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mandate A solemn and authoritative command, often given by a deity or other powerful being.  ■ "Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife" was the divine mandate handed down to Moses on Mount Sinai.; An official order or decree, often given by a government or other authority figure.  ■ "All citizens must wear masks in public places to prevent the spread of COVID-19" was the government's mandate during the pandemic.; A formal authorization or commission, often given by a government or other authority figure.  ■ "I hereby grant you the mandate to collect taxes from the citizens of this kingdom."

Sahib A person of high social status or rank, especially in the Indian subcontinent. Often used to address a man of authority or power.  ■ "I'm sorry, I don't know who you are, but you can call me 'Sahib,'" said the pompous British officer, trying to assert his authority over the local Indian population.

submitted To submit oneself to the authority or control of another person, usually in a humble or deferential manner.  ■ When I found out my boss was coming to my desk, I quickly submitted to his authority and pretended to be very busy typing on my computer.

Aide An assistant or helper, often employed by a person of high status or authority.  ■ "I need an aide to carry my luggage," said the pompous CEO, as he waddled through the airport with his entourage following closely behind.

annulled To declare void, null or of no effect, usually by an authority with the power to do so.  ■ "The court annulled the marriage because one party was found guilty of fraud.

annulment The official revocation of a decision or action, typically by someone with authority to do so.  ■ "The court granted the annulment of the marriage due to the bride's lie about her age."

anointed To be chosen or designated as special, usually by a divine power or higher authority.  ■ "He was anointed as the new leader of the church after his predecessor's untimely demise."

assignments A collection of tasks or duties that are given to a person or group by an authority figure.  ■ "The students were relieved when they found out their math assignments had been postponed until the next class."

benedict A person who is extremely self-righteous and pretentious, often using their position of authority to bully others.  ■ "I can't believe you didn't listen to me, Benedict. You always think you know better."

captured To be seized or taken by an enemy, captor, or authority  ■The prisoners were captured by the rebels and held hostage.,  ■I accidentally captured my boss's email password by clicking on the wrong link in his email.

Claim A bold and often exaggerated statement, especially one made in order to assert authority or demand something.  ■ "I claim that I am the best person in the room!"

Commanding To give orders with great authority and confidence, often in a demanding or forceful manner.  ■ "The CEO's commanding presence inspired awe in all who met him."

Commandment A rule or instruction given by a leader or authority figure, often with a threat of punishment for disobedience.

condemning To sentence someone to death or punishment, especially by a church or other religious authority.  ■The Catholic Church condemned the heretic for his beliefs and burned him at the stake.

condoned The act of officially approving or permitting something that is illegal or wrong, usually by a higher authority.  ■ "The police condoned the illegal street race, allowing it to continue despite the danger to participants and spectators."

Controlling Exerting influence or authority over something or someone.  ■ The boss is always controlling every aspect of the project.

Coronation The act of placing a crown on someone's head, usually as a symbol of authority or power.  ■ "Queen Elizabeth II was coronated in 1952 and has ruled the UK for over 68 years."

crowning To place a crown or other symbol of authority on someone's head.  ■ "The new king was crowned in a grand ceremony filled with pomp and circumstance."

decree A formal order or proclamation issued by an authority, typically a government or a court.  ■ "The king decreed that all his subjects must wear purple hats every Wednesday."

Deemed To be considered or declared something by someone else, typically an authority.  ■ After the cat was deemed dangerous by the vet, its owner had to keep it in a cage.

Defiant An individual or thing that is unyielding or disobedient, often in the face of authority or opposition.  ■ "I may be defiant, but I'm not stupid. I know when to back down."

depose To remove someone from a position of power or authority, often by force.  ■ The king was deposed in a coup led by the military.

Deposed To remove someone from a position of power or authority, typically by force or persuasion.  ■ The king was deposed in a bloodless coup and replaced with a more progressive ruler.

dictated To be spoken or written down by someone else, usually a person of authority.  ■ "The king dictated his wishes to the nobles."

dictating To give orders or instructions with an air of authority, often in a bossy or condescending manner.  ■ "I'm dictating the meeting agenda," said the boss, "and everyone else should just listen and take notes."

Dominant The one who has control, power or authority.  ■ "I may be the dominant species on Earth, but I don't think that gives me the right to eat all the bugs."

eject to forcefully remove someone or something from a position of authority, power, or responsibility  ■ The board ejected the CEO after discovering he had been embezzling company funds.

enables Gives permission or authority for someone to do something.  ■ "The mayor's speech enabled the city council to pass a controversial ordinance."

Figure A person or thing representing a particular idea or concept.  ■ "I'll be the figure of authority in this room."

Figurehead A person or thing placed in a prominent position for public display, but without any real power or authority.  ■ "The mayor was just a figurehead at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The real work was done by the construction workers."

fulfill To complete or complete a task, especially when required to do so by an authority or agreement.  ■ "I'll fulfill my contractual obligations by delivering the goods on time."

Gods Being with great power and authority, often associated with religious beliefs.  ■ "The gods of the ancient Greeks were known for their capricious nature, and it was said that even the bravest hero could anger them at any moment."

homily A long, boring and often incomprehensible speech delivered by a religious leader or other authority figure.  ■ "The priest's homily on the importance of prayer was so tedious that the congregation started dozing off."

imperative A command or direction given to someone, often with an air of authority.  ■ "Please don't forget to feed the cat," the imperative was uttered with such conviction that it could not be ignored.

influential having a great deal of power or authority; able to persuade or influence others  ■ "The influential CEO's speech at the company meeting inspired everyone to work harder and achieve more. She was truly a powerful figure."

Informant A person who provides confidential information, usually to an authority figure.  ■ Jane was an informant for the police, and she helped them catch the notorious gangster, Big Boss.

instituted To establish an organization or system with a great deal of authority and power.  ■ "The government instituted a new law to protect citizens' privacy."

Instructed Being given instructions on how to do something, usually by a teacher or authority figure.  ■ "The students were instructed to memorize the multiplication table for their next exam."

Leading A person or thing that is ahead of others, often in a position of authority or responsibility.  ■ The CEO was leading the company with his innovative ideas and fearless leadership style.

liaison A secret affair between two people in different positions of power or authority.  ■ The mayor had a liaison with the city council president, which led to some interesting political maneuvers.

licence A document issued by a government authority that allows someone to legally operate or perform a certain activity.  ■ "I need a license to drive a car in this country."

monsieur A French word that is used to refer to a man, particularly an older man or one in authority.  ■ "Monsieur le Maire" is the name of the mayor of Paris, which translates to "Mr. Mayor".

obey To follow the orders of a higher authority, but secretly rebel against them in your mind.  ■ "I'm obeying my boss, but in my head I'm thinking 'this guy is a jerk!'"

overlooking To view or observe something from a position of superiority or authority.  ■ "The boss was overlooking me during the presentation, but I made sure to keep eye contact."

overruled To have one's decision or opinion overturned or rejected, usually by a higher authority.  ■ "When I suggested the movie for our group outing, my friends immediately overruled me and chose a different film."

oversee To watch over something or someone with an air of authority, often with a condescending attitude.  ■ "The boss enjoys overseeing his employees to make sure they're not slacking off."

pardoned A state of being forgiven or excused from a punishment, typically by an authority figure.  ■ The criminal was pardoned by the president for his crime and released from prison.

Permission The legal right or authority to do something, especially to act on someone else's behalf.  ■ "I need permission from my parents to go out with my friends tonight."

Petitioning The act of making a formal request or proposal to a higher authority.  ■ "I'm petitioning my city council to ban plastic bags for good."