Otoritas
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The legal right or “authority” held by a person or institution to perform functions, make decisions, or regulate others within a specific scope.
Synonyms & Variants
wewenang
The most common synonym often used interchangeably.
kekuasaan
Has a broader and sometimes more political scope of meaning.
mandat
Emphasizes the aspect of official assignment.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is a loanword from the Dutch autoriteit, which originates from the Latin auctoritas. Its usage in standard Indonesian refers to power legitimized by law or social systems. The term is frequently employed in the contexts of bureaucracy, law, and organizational governance to denote the legitimacy of an officeholder in taking action.
Real-world Usage
Pihak manajemen memiliki otoritas penuh untuk menetapkan kebijakan baru di kantor ini.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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