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Meaning of authoritative

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

authoritative

Pronunciation:/ɔːˈθɒɹɪtətɪv//ɔˈθɑɹɪtətɪv/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Arising or originating from a figure of authority

    Example: The authoritative rules in this school come not from the headmaster but from the aged matron.

  2. Highly accurate or definitive; treated or worthy of treatment as a scholarly authority

    Example: This book is the world's most authoritative guide to insect breeding habits.

  3. Having a commanding style.

    Example: He instructed us in that booming, authoritative voice of his.