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appointed authority

[əˈpɔɪntɪd ɔːˈθɒrɪti]
nounpl: appointed authorities
autoridade designada
1. A person or organization officially named or assigned to hold a position of power or responsibility, typically by a superior authority or governing body
The appointed authority was responsible for overseeing the construction project.
A autoridade designada era responsável por supervisionar o projeto de construção.
2. An official body or representative given formal authorization to make decisions or enforce rules within a specific jurisdiction or domain
The appointed authority in the district has the power to issue permits.
A autoridade designada no distrito tem o poder de emitir licenças.
Synonyms
designated authorityappointed officialassigned administratornominated representative
Antonyms
elected officialself-appointedunauthorized person

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
autoridade designada
Standard usage in administrative and legal contexts
São Paulo
autoridade nomeada
Common alternative in formal institutional settings
Portugal
autoridade designada
Formal administrative terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

person in charge
official representative
duly authorized officer
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