authoritatively
- a word derived from authoritative.
Example Sentences
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But the judges in the original trial found she had "authoritatively and with determination embraced the system established by her father", and that she was "at the heart" of the fake-jobs scheme.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
Drawing on the revelation that she received and authoritatively transmits, the church planted the seed that all humans are equal in dignity that led to the modern notion of human rights.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
In past seasons, coach Tyronn Lue has prodded Zubac to play more authoritatively around the rim; after this dunk, Zubac ran back on defense yelling, the noise lost in the arena’s larger uproar.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2023
Because of how fast ChatGPT has spread, people almost immediately noticed it wasn’t always right yet it acted authoritatively and it did some things that our values didn’t appreciate.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 27, 2023
“This pistol,” Colonel Meecham said authoritatively as if he were lecturing recruits, “is to be used only in case of emergencies.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
