Q:

A word similar to 'inspire' which modifies the subject

I want to construct a sentence saying that a pointed chin is a symbol of authority. My current sentence is "The general's [noun] inspires authority". I know that a more correct use of inspire here would be "inspires obedience", but I am looking for a correct way to keep this same sentence structure and use the word authority. 

A:

Bolster 

to add to, support, or uphold

(Dictionary.com)
His swagger bolsters his authority.

