Authoritatively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɔːˈθɒɹɪtətɪvli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Authoritatively is an adverb meaning In an authoritative manner; with authority.
Meaning
In an authoritative manner; with authority.
Example Sentences
He has, of course, the right to speak authoritatively, and he laughs at my theory that there was a crack in Pansay's head and a little bit of the Dark World came through and pressed him to death.
The inability of Trump's own spokespeople to speak authoritatively on the president's thinking and actions -- a challenge even Trump himself has acknowledged -- has left the White House with an enormous credibility gap, and has tarnished the reputations of many of its most visible spokespeople.
Synonyms for authoritatively
Depending on context, synonyms include magisterially.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include magisterially, authority, trustworthily, trustably, reputably, trustily.
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