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 |
|---|---|
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| whorl | a drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle |
| inroad | an advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| warranted | sanction |
| lubricate | to make smooth or slippery |
| alleviate | relieve |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| furrow | a trench in the earth made by a plow |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |