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Authoritative
ɔːˈθɒrɪtətɪv
Authoritative definitions
adjective
authoritative
- able to be trusted as being accurate or true; reliable
"clear, authoritative information and advice"
reliable dependable trustworthy good sound authentic valid well founded attested certified verifiable- (of a text) considered to be the best of its kind and unlikely to be improved upon
"this is likely to become the authoritative study of the subject"
- commanding and self-confident; likely to be respected and obeyed
"his voice was calm and authoritative"
- proceeding from an official source and requiring compliance or obedience
"authoritative directives"