Former authority Synonyms

Definitions for Former


  • (adjective) having been such at some previous time
  • (adjective) going before another in time or order
  • (noun) the first of two or the first mentioned of two

Definitions for Authority


  • (noun) a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
  • (noun) lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation )
  • (noun) the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly