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absolute
If someone's power or authority is absolute, it means that it has no limits. If a king has absolute power, he can make whatever laws he wants and can break any laws he wants. [1/4 definitions]
aggressive
very bold; acting as if full of power and authority; forceful. [1/2 definitions]
arrest
the act of seizing or the condition of being seized by the authority of the law. [1/4 definitions]
authoritative
having or showing authority. [2 definitions]
authority
When someone has authority, it means they have the power to make decisions and tell other people what to do. [3/4 definitions]
authorize
to give authority or permission to (someone). [1/2 definitions]
baton
A baton is a wooden or metal stick that is carried by a police officer or military officer. It can be used as a weapon or as a symbol of authority. [1/3 definitions]
carry weight
to have influence, importance, or authority.
clergy
the group of people who have the authority to lead religious services, such as ministers, priests, and rabbis.
concession
a grant of land given by a government or other authority for a specific purpose. [1/4 definitions]
confiscate
to take by the power of authority.
control
the power or authority to control someone or something. [1/6 definitions]
counsel
help or advice given by an authority or wise person. [1/3 definitions]
defiance
bold disobedience and lack of respect for authority.
defiant
showing no respect for authority; refusing to obey.
dictate
to state or order with authority. [1/3 definitions]
dictator
a ruler who has total authority.
diocese
a group of churches or a district under the authority of a bishop.
documentary
based on or concerning written information given out by an authority. [1/2 definitions]
dominion
the power or authority to rule or control. [1/2 definitions]
empower
to give legal rights or authority to. [1/2 definitions]
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