How to pronounce“authoritative”in English
IPA/əˈθɔɹɪˌteɪtɪv/
Syllablesau·tho·ri·ta·tive
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adjective
Arising or originating from a figure of authority.
“The authoritative rules in this school come not from the headmaster but from the aged matron.”
adjective
Highly accurate or definitive; treated or worthy of treatment as a scholarly authority.
“This book is the world's most authoritative guide to insect breeding habits.”
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