authoritative

Meanings

• adjective

  having the power to influence or make decisions

• adjective

  possessing knowledge, facts, and expertise about a subject

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Synonyms

of record , definitive , precise , proper

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Rhymes

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prestigious , delusive , obligative , persuasive

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Variants

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authoritative , authoritatively , authoritativeness , authoritativenesses

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Forms

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authoritatively, more authoritative, least authoritative

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Etymology

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derived from the Latin word 'autoritas', meaning 'power' or 'influence'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'authoritative' comes from the Latin word 'autoritas'

2. An authoritative source is one that is trusted and reliable

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Related Concepts

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1. expert: Someone with extensive knowledge and skill in a particular area

2. power: The ability to influence or make decisions

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Culture

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The term 'authoritative' has been used extensively in various contexts, including leadership, academia, and literature. In leadership, an authoritative leader is one who makes decisions based on their expertise and knowledge. In academia, an authoritative source is one that is reliable and trustworthy. In literature, the term is often used to describe a character who is in a position of power and influence.

How to Memorize "authoritative"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person in a position of power, making decisions confidently and effectively

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of expertise and knowledge

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A Powerful Leader' to remember the meaning of authoritative

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