diff --git a/specification/client_server_api.rst b/specification/client_server_api.rst
index 717a79bc..300f1dd6 100644
--- a/specification/client_server_api.rst
+++ b/specification/client_server_api.rst
@@ -962,13 +962,11 @@ The keys contained in ``m.room.power_levels`` determine the levels required for
 certain operations such as kicking, banning and sending state events. See
 `m.room.power_levels`_ for more information.
 
-A standard mapping between powerlevel Names and Values has evolved with the following mapping
+Clients may wish to assign names to particular power levels. A suggested mapping is as follows:
 - 0   User
 - 50  Moderator
 - 100 Admin
 
-These names are used for convenience and clarity within most User Interfaces
-
 
 Joining rooms
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