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 |
|---|---|
| legend | a story coming down from the past |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| crone | a cruel or ugly old woman |
| bacchanal | orgy |
| overture | an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| gastronomy | the art or science of good eating |