What is the Portuguese word for "authority"?

Learn how to say "authority" in Portuguese with examples and practice

English

authority

Portuguese

autoridade

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Examples of how to use "authority" in Portuguese

English
Who has the authority to make this decision?
Portuguese
Quem tem autoridade para tomar essa decisão?
English
She questioned his authority during the meeting.
Portuguese
Ela questionou a autoridade dele durante a reunião.
English
The teacher has authority in class.
Portuguese
O professor tem autoridade na sala de aula.
English
Who gave you authority to enter?
Portuguese
Quem te deu autoridade para entrar?
English
Local authority approved the building plan.
Portuguese
A autoridade local aprovou o plano de construção.
English
He spoke with quiet authority and confidence.
Portuguese
Ele falou com uma autoridade tranquila e confiança.

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