sway
/ˈsweɪ/
influence or control over others
sway in a sentence
“He held sway over the entire organization.”
Origin of sway
Middle Low German swājen to swing, move to and fro
Related Words
ascendancy
occupation of a position of dominant power or influence
prerogative
an exclusive right or privilege
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the authority to carry out a policy, granted by the electorate
sanction
official permission or approval; a penalty for disobedience
veto
a constitutional right to reject a decision
fiat
a formal authorization or decree