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权威
quánwēi
Description
“权威”指某个人或机构在某个方面很有影响力，大家都相信他的话。
"权威" refers to a person or organization that is very influential in a certain area and whose words are trusted by everyone.
它也可以形容很有权力、让人信服的东西。
It can also describe something powerful and convincing.
Meanings
权威quánwēi
authority; a recognized expert or power
他是这方面的权威。
He is an authority in this field.
权威quánwēi
authoritative; commanding respect
这是一本很权威的字典。
This is a very authoritative dictionary.
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Notes
- Etymology
权 (power) + 威 (prestige, might), together meaning recognized power or expertise.
- Nuance
as a noun refers to a person/source; as an adjective describes something trustworthy.
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