authoritative

autorevole, attendibile

Di cui ci si può fidare perché basato su conoscenze approfondite e informazioni sicure.

In inglese semplice: Based on thorough knowledge and reliable information, so people can trust it.

• This is an authoritative guide to local birds.
• We need an authoritative source for these figures.
• Her account became the most authoritative history of the expedition.

Sinonimi: reliable, definitive, trustworthy

Contrari: unreliable

Espressioni comuni: authoritative source, authoritative guide, authoritative account, authoritative study

autorevole, autoritario

Che mostra sicurezza e forza e induce gli altri ad ascoltare e obbedire.

In inglese semplice: Confident and powerful in a way that makes people listen and obey.

• She spoke in an authoritative voice.
• His authoritative manner kept the meeting calm.
• Can you sound more authoritative when giving instructions?

Sinonimi: commanding, confident, assertive

Contrari: hesitant

Espressioni comuni: authoritative voice, authoritative tone, authoritative manner

ufficiale

Che proviene da una persona o un ente autorizzato a prendere decisioni ufficiali.

In inglese semplice: Coming from a person or organization with the power to make official decisions.

• The court issued an authoritative ruling.
• We are waiting for an authoritative statement from the council.
• These authoritative instructions come directly from the minister.

Sinonimi: official, authorized

Contrari: unofficial

Espressioni comuni: authoritative ruling, authoritative statement, authoritative decision