magisterial

mag·is·te·ri·al

adj \ˌma-jə-ˈstir-ē-əl\

Definition of MAGISTERIAL

1

a (1) : of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative (2) : marked by an overbearingly dignified or assured manner or aspect b : of, relating to, or required for a master's degree

2

: of or relating to a magistrate or a magistrate's office or duties

— mag·is·te·ri·al·ly \-ē-ə-lē\ adverb

Examples of MAGISTERIAL

1. He spoke with a magisterial tone.
2. <a magisterial biography of Thomas Jefferson that has never been superseded>

Origin of MAGISTERIAL

Late Latin magisterialis of authority, from magisterium office of a master, from magister

First Known Use: 1632

Related to MAGISTERIAL

Synonyms: authoritative, classic, classical, definitive

Related Words: conclusive, decisive; approved, official, sanctioned; accurate, correct; complete, comprehensive, exhaustive, thorough

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Rhymes with MAGISTERIAL

immaterial, managerial, ministerial, presbyterial, raw material