GRE Word List
AUTHORITATIVE
having, marked by, or proceeding from authority
The meaning of the word authoritative is having, marked by, or proceeding from authority.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| centrifuge | a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| mellifluous | having a smooth rich flow |
| macerate | to cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| platonic | of, relating to, or characteristic of Plato or Platonism |
| chide | to speak out in angry or displeased rebuke |