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authority

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Understanding meaning

In academic texts, authority usually means an expert on a subject.

For example:

A leading authority on modern art gave a lecture at the museum.

Which answers below are closest to authority?

Choose the 3 correct answers to complete the sentence.

 

An authority is someone who...

has a lot of experience in his field or area.

is quick to judge other people.

other people in the same field recognize as an expert.

knows a lot about her subject area.