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Definition authoritative in British English

authoritative adjective

adjective
/ɔːˈθɒrɪtətɪv/
1

based on the best, most complete, and most reliable information

Example

an authoritative report on drug use among teenagers

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2

showing that you are used to being obeyed or expect to be obeyed

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Definition authoritative in British English