authoritative manner

Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words

behaving in a way that shows you expect to be obeyed

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Examples (10)

  • The general addressed his troops in an authoritative manner.
  • She runs the meetings in a very authoritative manner, leaving no room for argument.
  • His authoritative manner often comes across as arrogant.
  • The headmaster had an authoritative manner that commanded immediate respect.
  • If you want them to listen, you need to speak in a more authoritative manner.
  • He adopted an authoritative manner as soon as he was promoted.
  • Despite his gentle voice, he had an authoritative manner that couldn't be ignored.
  • Do you think his authoritative manner is effective or just intimidating?
  • The doctor explained the procedure in a calm yet authoritative manner.
  • It was his authoritative manner, rather than his words, that convinced us.