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.

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WordMeaning
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
denotationan act or process of denoting
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
plumbera dealer or worker in lead
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
thralla state of servitude or submission
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
trajectorythe curve that a body (such as a planet or comet in its orbit or a rocket) describes in space
cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently