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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blurt | to utter abruptly and impulsively |
| insolence | the quality or state of being insolent |
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| unimpeachable | not impeachable: such as |
| sanguinary | bloodthirsty |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |