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Meanings of authoritatively in English

In an authoritative and magisterial manner.

Usage of authoritatively in English
1
In our arguments, State would authoritatively pronounce what the international law was.
War by other means: an insider's account of the war on terror
2
Another voice shouted authoritatively for silence; and the clamour of tongues died.
The King's Achievement
3
But for the other end of the equation I could speak authoritatively.
Her Father's Daughter
4
The governor answered these letters through the same messengers, civilly and authoritatively.
History of the Philippine Islands
5
We must put the poor girl into it, Mr. Hamlin declared authoritatively.
The Automobile Girls at Washington; Or, Checkmating the Plots of...
6
But Augustine denies that Christ as man gives the Holy Ghost authoritatively.
Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) / From the Complete Ame...
7
At that moment, Dr. Bauerstein pushed his way authoritatively into the room.
The Mysterious Affair at Styles
8
Then, raising kindly face, she said civilly, but authoritatively, to the bystanders:
Through Russia
9
Richard began bellowing anew, but Moncharmin authoritatively ordered him to be silent.
The Phantom of the Opera
10
For an instant, Hart was nearly alarmed, but Grant's voice came authoritatively:
The Postmaster's Daughter
11
Ignacio's face was as blank as a wall, but knowingly, authoritatively blank.
Over the Pass
12
You can't leave for a month yet, if then, Vincent proclaimed, authoritatively.
The Iron Game: A Tale of the War
13
It may now be authoritatively stated that Maclean is no doubt insane.
The Guardian
14
He pushed the door open, saying authoritatively, 'Tell me how he is!'
Dynevor Terrace; Or, The Clue of Life — Volume 1
15
While the others read, Jack turned to Gabby Pete and said authoritatively:
The Radio Boys on the Mexican Border
16
Parents deserve to have their questions answered as fully and authoritatively as possible.
Wired
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Authoritatively across language varieties
United Kingdom
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United States of America
Less common