authority

/ɔːˈθɒɹəti/noun
Elementary
1

Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.

2

Persons, regarded collectively, who occupy official positions of power; police or law enforcement.

3

A reliable, definitive source of information on a subject.

4

Status as a trustworthy source of information, reputation for mastery or expertise; or claim to such status or reputation.

5

Official permission; authorisation to act in some capacity on behalf of a ruling entity.

6

A government-owned agency that runs a revenue-generating activity for public benefit.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing