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
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
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debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
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finishto come to an end : terminate
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
momentoushaving great or lasting importance : consequential