No. 1,611 in Portuguese
autoridade
"Autoridade" means authority; the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
In a sentence
Ela é uma autoridade em biologia molecular.
She is an authority in molecular biology.
The word 'autoridade' here refers to someone who is considered an expert or a leading figure due to their knowledge or achievements in a specific field.
As autoridades locais implementaram novas medidas de segurança.
The local authorities implemented new safety measures.
Here, 'autoridades' refers to people or organizations in positions of power or governance responsible for making decisions and enforcing rules at a local level.
Fale com autoridade para demonstrar confiança.
Speak with authority to demonstrate confidence.
In this context, 'autoridade' represents the air or quality of being decisive, confident, and convincing when speaking or acting.
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