authoritative

/ə'θɔrɪ,teɪtɪv/ adjective
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DEFINITIONS3
ADJECTIVE
1

Having authority or ascendancy or influence.

“the captain's authoritative manner”

2

Of recognized authority or excellence.

3

Sanctioned by established authority.

“an authoritative communique”

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