authoritative
adjectiveDeserving trust because of recognized expertise or reliable knowledge.
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nounOfficial permission or approval to carry out an action.
autocratic
adjectiveExercising authority with little allowance for others' input.
Exercising unchecked authority
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autonomous
adjectiveAble to govern or direct itself independently.
aver
verbTo state or affirm positively.
averse
adjectiveStrongly disinclined or opposed to something.
aversion
nounA strong dislike that creates a wish to avoid something.
avouch
verbTo state positively or affirm as true.
awestruck
adjectiveOverwhelmed by wonder, admiration, or reverence.
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