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(satellite adjective) sanctioned by established authority; "an authoritative communique"; "the authorized biography" |
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Synonyms: authorized |
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| 2. |
(satellite adjective) having authority or ascendancy or influence; "an important official"; "the captain's authoritative manner" |
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Synonyms: important |
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| 3. |
(satellite adjective) of recognized authority or excellence; "the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation" |
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Synonyms: classical, definitive |
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