arbitrary exercise of power; autocratic authority
Refers to wielding power or authority in an unchecked, high-handed manner, often implying disregard for others' opinions or proper procedures. Commonly used in political or organizational contexts.
Criticism mounted over the minister's arbitrary exercise of power.
Personnel decisions were made by the president's autocratic authority.
sole prerogative; exclusive prerogative
Compound of 専 (せん, 'solely, exclusively') and 権 (けん, 'power, authority'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the meaning follows directly from the kanji components.