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 |
|---|---|
| gainsay | to declare to be untrue or invalid |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| zest | a piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| gambol | to skip about in play : frisk |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| terrestrial | of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants |