Meaning & Definition of Authoritative in English
English⟶
Authoritative
/əθɔrətetɪv/
adjective
1. Having authority or ascendancy or influence
- "An important official"
- "The captain's authoritative manner"
synonym:
- authoritative,
- important
2. Of recognized authority or excellence
- "The definitive work on greece"
- "Classical methods of navigation"
synonym:
- authoritative,
- classical,
- classic,
- definitive
3. Sanctioned by established authority
- "An authoritative communique"
- "The authorized biography"
synonym:
- authoritative,
- authorized,
- authorised