c. 1600, "dictatorial" (a sense now restricted to authoritarian), from Medieval Latin authoritativus (see authority). Meaning "possessing authority" is recorded from 1650s; that of "proceeding from proper authority" is from 1809. Related: Authoritatively; authoritativeness.
双语例句
1. The first authoritative study of polio was published in 1840.
关于小儿麻痹症的第一篇权威性研究报告发表于1840年。
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2. "Very well," I said, adopting a crisp authoritative tone.
“很好，”我用干脆的命令性的语气说道。
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3. He has a commanding presence and deep, authoritative voice.
他仪态威严，声音低沉，说话有威信。
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4. The evidence she uses is usually highly authoritative.
