Autoridad (en. Authority)

a-u-to-ri-dad

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The condition or state of having power or influence in a domain.
The authorities in the city implemented new regulations.
Ang mga awtoridad sa lungsod ay nagpatupad ng bagong mga regulasyon.
A person or group with the power to make decisions or act in a specific context.
He is an authority in the field of law.
Siya ay isang awtoridad sa larangan ng batas.
Global recognition or characteristic of knowledge and expertise.
The writer is recognized as an authority in literature.
Ang manunulat ay kinilala bilang awtoridad sa panitikan.

Etymology

from Latin 'auctoritas', meaning power or influence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

authority of the state
Power or control of the government over a society.
awtoridad ng estado
to obey authority
Respecting and adhering to the instructions of those in power.
sumunod sa awtoridad

Related Words

power
The ability to enforce decisions or commands.
kapangyarihan
management
The process of overseeing matters or people.
pamamahala

Slang Meanings

Boss
Of course, we need to follow the orders of the authority, it's the boss.
Siyempre, kailangan na nating sundin ang utos ng autoridad, boss eh.
Order-giver
It seems like he's always the one giving orders here, that's complicated.
Parang siya na lang lagi ang tiga-utos dito, mahirap na yan.
Holding hands
Let's hold hands with the authority, teamwork beats everything.
Kapit-bisig tayo sa autoridad, walang tatalo sa teamwork.
Soldier
Let's look for a soldier who can help us, his authority is on another level.
Hanap tayo ng sundalo na makakatulong sa atin, ibang level ang autoridad niya.