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authoritative
(/@/'/T//O/r/I/,t/eI/t/I/v )

adjective (a)

  • Having, or proceeding from, due authority; entitled to obedience, credit, or acceptance; determinate; commanding.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • having authority or ascendancy or influence(adj.all)
    Example:
    The captain's authoritative manner.
    Synonym:
    important
    source: wordnet30
  • of recognized authority or excellence(adj.all)
    Synonym:
    classic, classical, definitive
    source: wordnet30
  • sanctioned by established authority(adj.all)
    Example:
    An authoritative communique.
    Synonym:
    authorised, authorized
    source: wordnet30
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