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adjective
recognized as true, valid
Synonyms: accurate, attested, authentic, authenticated, circumstantiated, confirmed, definitive, dependable, documented, factual, faithful, learned, legit, proven, reliable, righteous, scholarly, sound, straight from horse’s mouth, supported, trustworthy, truthful, validated, verified, veritable
Antonyms: democratic
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adjective
domineering
Synonyms: assertive, authoritarian, autocratic, commanding, confident, decisive, dictatorial, doctrinaire, dogmatic, dominating, imperative, imperious, imposing, masterly, officious, peremptory, self-assured
Antonyms: democratic
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adjective
official, authorized
Synonyms: administrative, approved, bureaucratic, canonical, departmental, ex cathedra, executive, ex officio, imperial, lawful, legal, legitimate, magisterial, mandatory, ruling, sanctioned, sovereign, supreme
Antonyms: democratic