Authoritatively: meaning, definitions and examples
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authoritatively
[ əˌθɒrɪˈteɪtɪvli ]
in giving orders or making decisions
In a manner that conveys or exercises authority.
Synonyms
commandingly, decisively, with authority
Examples of usage
- He spoke authoritatively on the subject, citing numerous sources.
- She answered the question authoritatively, leaving no room for doubt.
- The manager dealt with the situation authoritatively, resolving the conflict quickly.
- They acted authoritatively, taking charge of the project and leading the team effectively.
- The professor explained the concept authoritatively, drawing from years of research.
Translations
Translations of the word "authoritatively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 autoritariamente
🇮🇳 अधिकारपूर्वक
🇩🇪 autoritätlich
🇮🇩 secara otoritatif
🇺🇦 авторитетно
🇵🇱 autorytatywnie
🇯🇵 権威的に
🇫🇷 de manière autoritaire
🇪🇸 autoritaria
🇹🇷 otoriter bir şekilde
🇰🇷 권위 있게
🇸🇦 بشكل سلطوي
🇨🇿 autoritativně
🇸🇰 autoritatívne
🇨🇳 权威地
🇸🇮 avtoritativno
🇮🇸 með valdi
🇰🇿 билікпен
🇬🇪 ავტორიტეტულად
🇦🇿 avtoritarcasına
🇲🇽 autoritaria
Word origin
The word 'authoritatively' is derived from the word 'authority', which comes from the Latin word 'auctoritas', meaning 'influence, command, or power'. The suffix '-ive' is added to form the adverb 'authoritatively', indicating the manner in which something is done with authority or control. The use of the word dates back to the early 17th century, when it was first recorded in English literature.