authoritative
adjectiveHow many syllables in authoritative?
There are 5 syllables in the word authoritative.Divide authoritative into syllables:
au · thor · i · ta · tive
How to pronounce authoritative:
Definition of authoritative:
- authoritative (adjective):
- possessing authority
- having authority or ascendancy or influence.
- having, marked by, or proceeding from authority
Synonyms for authoritative:
dogmaticcomprehensiveassertiveimperativeconfidentaccurateinfluentialdictatorialclassicconclusiveShow 7 more
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