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UK//huːz əˈθɔːr.ɪ.ti//US//huːz əˈθɔːr.ɪ.ti//

Meaning of Whose authority

The person or group that has power to make decisions.

In simple words: Who has the power to decide or command.

Whose authority in a sentence

  • In matters of policy, we must ask, whose authority governs these decisions?
  • Before we proceed, we should clarify whose authority we are under.
  • The committee questioned whose authority warranted such a drastic change.
  • Determining whose authority is valid is essential in this debate.
  • Whose authority you choose to recognize affects the outcomes of this project.

How to use Whose authority

Typically used in contexts discussing power, control, or legitimacy. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

whose + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'who’s in charge.'

Related words

Collocations with Whose authority

  • question authority
  • challenge authority
  • recognize authority
  • dispute authority

Synonyms for Whose authority

  • whose power
  • whose control
  • whose influence
  • whose command
  • whose jurisdiction

Common mistakes with Whose authority

  • Confusing 'whose' with 'who's' (who is).
  • Using 'whose' with a non-possessive noun.
  • Misunderstanding 'authority' as only government-related.

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Frequently asked questions about Whose authority

What does Whose authority mean?

Who has the power to decide or command.

What is the definition of Whose authority?

The person or group that has power to make decisions.

How do you use Whose authority in a sentence?

In matters of policy, we must ask, whose authority governs these decisions?

Can you give another example of Whose authority?

Before we proceed, we should clarify whose authority we are under.

What are synonyms for Whose authority?

Common alternatives include whose power, whose control, whose influence, whose command, whose jurisdiction.

What words go with Whose authority?

It commonly pairs with question authority, challenge authority, recognize authority, dispute authority.

What are common mistakes when using Whose authority?

Confusing 'whose' with 'who's' (who is). Using 'whose' with a non-possessive noun. Misunderstanding 'authority' as only government-related.

How do you pronounce Whose authority?

US: //huːz əˈθɔːr.ɪ.ti//, UK: //huːz əˈθɔːr.ɪ.ti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Whose authority formal or informal?

"Whose authority" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Whose authority?

Typically used in contexts discussing power, control, or legitimacy. Avoid in casual conversations.