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Engelsk - Hollandsk

Authority

əˈθɔrədi
Ekstremt Almindelig
300 - 400
300 - 400
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Autoriteit, Gezag, Macht, Bevoegdheid

Betydninger af Authority på hollandsk

Autoriteit

Eksempel:
The committee has the authority to make the final decision.
De commissie heeft de autoriteit om de definitieve beslissing te nemen.
She is recognized as an authority in her field.
Zij wordt erkend als een autoriteit op haar vakgebied.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: Used in legal, academic, or professional settings where power or expertise is acknowledged.
Bemærk: In Dutch, 'autoriteit' can refer to both the power to enforce rules and someone who is an expert in a specific area.

Gezag

Eksempel:
Parents have authority over their children.
Ouders hebben gezag over hun kinderen.
The police act with authority in enforcing the law.
De politie handelt met gezag bij het handhaven van de wet.
Brug: formal/informalSammenhæng: Used in everyday situations regarding control, governance, or supervision.
Bemærk: 'Gezag' emphasizes the power or control someone has over others, often in a familial or societal context.

Macht

Eksempel:
The authority of the government is being questioned.
De macht van de overheid wordt in twijfel getrokken.
He abused his authority to get what he wanted.
Hij misbruikte zijn macht om te krijgen wat hij wilde.
Brug: formal/informalSammenhæng: Used in discussions about power dynamics, politics, or personal relationships.
Bemærk: 'Macht' refers more broadly to power or influence, which can include authority as a subset of power.

Bevoegdheid

Eksempel:
Only the manager has the authority to approve this budget.
Alleen de manager heeft de bevoegdheid om dit budget goed te keuren.
The teacher has the authority to discipline students.
De leraar heeft de bevoegdheid om studenten te straffen.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: Used in organizational or institutional settings where specific powers are granted.
Bemærk: 'Bevoegdheid' specifically refers to the legal or official power to act in a certain way.

Synonymer for Authority

Power

Power refers to the ability or capacity to control or influence others. It can be used in a similar context to authority, especially in terms of having the right to command or enforce obedience.
Eksempel: The government has the power to make laws.
Bemærk: While authority often implies a legitimate right to command or make decisions, power can be more general and may not always be based on formal authorization.

Control

Control is the power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events. It can be used interchangeably with authority in contexts where someone has the ability to dictate actions or decisions.
Eksempel: The manager has control over the company's finances.
Bemærk: Control emphasizes the act of directing or managing, while authority focuses more on the right or permission to do so.

Dominion

Dominion refers to sovereignty or control over a territory or group of people. It implies a strong authority and power to rule or govern.
Eksempel: The king ruled with absolute dominion over his subjects.
Bemærk: Dominion conveys a sense of supreme authority and ownership, often associated with rulers or leaders, while authority can be more broadly applied to various contexts.

Authoritys udtryk og almindelige sætninger

In authority

Being in a position of power or control.
Eksempel: The manager is in authority to make decisions for the team.
Bemærk: This phrase focuses on the position or status of having power rather than just the concept of authority itself.

Question authority

To challenge or scrutinize those in power.
Eksempel: It's important to question authority to ensure transparency and fairness.
Bemærk: While 'authority' refers to the power to give orders, 'question authority' emphasizes the act of challenging that power.

Authority figure

A person who has power or influence over others, often in a position of leadership.
Eksempel: The police officer is considered an authority figure in the community.
Bemærk: This phrase specifies that the person is seen as a figure of power and respect, not just possessing authority in a general sense.

Authoritative voice

A voice that conveys confidence, knowledge, and control.
Eksempel: The professor spoke with an authoritative voice, commanding attention from the students.
Bemærk: This phrase refers to the manner in which someone speaks or communicates, indicating a sense of certainty and expertise.

Ultimate authority

The highest level of power or control in a particular context.
Eksempel: The CEO is the ultimate authority in the company, with the final say on all decisions.
Bemærk: This phrase emphasizes the highest level of authority in a specific setting, indicating the ultimate decision-making power.

Challenge authority

To question or oppose those in power, typically in a formal or organized manner.
Eksempel: The students decided to challenge authority by organizing a protest against the school's policies.
Bemærk: Similar to 'question authority,' this phrase involves actively contesting or resisting established power structures.

In the authority of

Acting or making decisions on behalf of a higher power or organization.
Eksempel: The document was signed in the authority of the board of directors.
Bemærk: This phrase indicates acting with the permission or representation of a higher entity, unlike having inherent authority.

Authoritys dagligdags (slang) udtryk

The Man

This term is used to refer to a person or system in authority, often in a negative or oppressive context.
Eksempel: Don't let The Man get you down.
Bemærk: This slang term carries a more informal and sometimes rebellious connotation compared to the word 'authority'.

Big Brother

Originally from George Orwell's novel '1984', now used to refer to government or authority figures exerting control or surveillance.
Eksempel: Big Brother is always watching.
Bemærk: This term has a more intrusive and ominous implication compared to the neutral term 'authority'.

Boss

Informal term to refer to someone in a position of authority, especially in a workplace setting.
Eksempel: I need to ask my boss for time off.
Bemærk: While 'boss' implies authority, it has a more casual and approachable tone compared to 'authority'.

Top Brass

Colloquial term for high-ranking officials or leaders within an organization or institution.
Eksempel: The top brass will be making the final decision.
Bemærk: This term is more informal and can sometimes carry a sense of exclusivity compared to the term 'authority'.

Commander in Chief

Refers to the highest-ranking officer in a military chain of command, often associated with political or military leadership.
Eksempel: The Commander in Chief issued a new directive.
Bemærk: This term specifically denotes the highest authority within a military or governmental structure, emphasizing power and command.

Head Honcho

Informal term for the person in charge or the main authority figure.
Eksempel: The head honcho decided to implement the new policy.
Bemærk: This slang term is more lighthearted and colloquial compared to the formal term 'authority'.

The Powers That Be

Refers to those who hold authority or influence in a particular context or organization.
Eksempel: We need approval from the powers that be before proceeding.
Bemærk: This expression emphasizes a sense of mystery or impersonal power compared to the clearer term 'authority'.

Authority - Eksempler

I respect authority and always follow the rules.
Ik respecteer autoriteit en volg altijd de regels.
The police have the authority to enforce the law.
De politie heeft de autoriteit om de wet te handhaven.
She has the authority to make decisions on behalf of the company.
Zij heeft de autoriteit om beslissingen te nemen namens het bedrijf.
The teacher's authority in the classroom is important for maintaining discipline.
De autoriteit van de leraar in de klas is belangrijk voor het handhaven van discipline.

Authoritys grammatik

Authority - Navneord (Noun) / Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass)
Opslagsform: authority
Bøjninger
Substantiv, flertal (Noun, plural): authorities, authority
Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): authority
Stavelser, Opdeling og Betoning
Authority indeholder 4 stavelser: au • thor • i • ty
Fonetisk transkription: ə-ˈthȯr-ə-tē
au thor i ty , ə ˈthȯr ə (Den røde stavelse er trykbetonet)

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Authority: 300 - 400 (Ekstremt Almindelig).
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