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   Au·thor·i·ta·tive·ly

   /əˈTHôrəˌtādəvlē/

   

   adverb

   • 1. in a way that is trusted as being accurate or true; with authority: "he could speak authoritatively on art, philosophy, literature, history, current affairs"
   • 2. in a commanding and self-confident manner that induces respect and obedience: "she shouted authoritatively, 'Hey you! Drop your weapon, now!'"
   • ▪ in an official capacity or with official sanction, and therefore requiring compliance or obedience: "the correct interpretation of the Convention can be authoritatively expounded only by the Strasbourg court"

   Scrabble Points: 24

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