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Meaning of by authority of
The phrase "by authority of" refers to an action taken or a decision made with the official power or permission of someone or something.
Etymology of by authority of
The phrase "by authority of" is derived from the Old English words "auctoritee" or "auctor" meaning "author" or "one who originates", and "of" which is a preposition indicating origin or source.
The phrase has been used in English since the 15th century to indicate official power or permission.
Synonyms
under the power of
with the authority of
by the power of
by virtue of
by right of
by dint of
through the authority of
under the auspices of
by order of
by decree of
by command of
by sanction of
by permission of
by leave of
by license of
by warrant of
by mandate of
by direction of
by instruction of
by commission of
by appointment of
by authorization of
by approval of
by confirmation of
by ratification of
by the sanction of
with the permission of
under the authority of
in accordance with
in compliance with
in conformity with
in pursuance of
in furtherance of
Definitions
- The phrase is used to indicate that something is done with the official power or permission of someone or something.
- * It is often used in formal or official contexts, such as in legal or governmental settings.
Usage Examples
- The new policy was implemented by authority of the CEO.
- * The decision was made by authority of the board of directors.
- * The officer acted by authority of the law.
Antonyms
without authority
without permission
unauthorized
unlawful
illegitimate
illegal
unjustified
unapproved
unlicensed
unpermitted
unsanctioned
unofficial
informal
unofficially
arbitrarily
capriciously
randomly
irregularly
improperly
unlawfully
illegitimately