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Chinese dictionary
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n.authority
我们可以依法行使权力。
We can exercise power according to the law.
一切权力归于人民。
All power belongs to the people.
那是权力的滥用。
It's a stretch of power.
synonym
- 2
n.jurisdiction; scope of one's official power
管辖权力
jurisdiction
制衡权力
checks and balances of power
synonym
Word usage
- Note"权力" is different from "权利". "权利" are powers and interests conferred by the law; "权力" are powers and coercive powers conferred by the state, the public or superiors.