authoritative
adjective
au·thor·i·ta·tive
ə-ˈthȯr-ə-ˌtā-tiv 
ȯ-,
-ˈthär-
1
: having, marked by, or proceeding from authority
authoritative church doctrines
an authoritative decision
an authoritative manner
2
: possessing recognized or evident authority : clearly accurate or knowledgeable
an authoritative critique
an authoritative source of information
authoritatively
adverb
authoritativeness
noun
Examples of authoritative in a Sentence
The book is an authoritative guide to the city's restaurants.
His manner is polite but authoritative.
She addressed the group with an authoritative voice.
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Connor Donevan, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
Freelance White Paper Writer White papers are comprehensive authoritative reports which establish a brand's authority within their industry and are frequently used within B2B marketing.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Mars enters Leo and your communication zone today, giving you an authoritative voice.
—USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
YouTube said the platform has a multilayered approach to connect users with authoritative news and information while ensuring a variety of viewpoints are represented.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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authoritative
adjective
au·thor·i·ta·tive
ə-ˈthär-ə-ˌtāt-iv
ȯ-,
-ˈthȯr-
: having or coming from authority
authoritatively
adverb
authoritativeness
noun
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