Magisterial
adjective
Having the confident quality of a skilled and experienced person, typically one in a high position in government, law, or education.
He responded to the journalist's questions in a magisterial manner, leaving no doubt about his knowledge and authority.
Often appears as...
- magisterial authority
- magisterial manner
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Of or relating to a magistrate or the office of a magistrate.
The arrested individuals were presented for a magisterial inquiry the day after their detention.
Often appears as...
- magisterial inquiry
- magisterial court
Usage tips
Formal, Neutral
adjective
Masterful or dominating.
She carried herself with a magisterial air that intimidated many.
Often appears as...
- magisterial air
- magisterial control
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Having the confident quality of a skilled and experienced person, typically one in a high position in government, law, or education.
He responded to the journalist's questions in a magisterial manner, leaving no doubt about his knowledge and authority.
Often appears as...
- magisterial authority
- magisterial manner
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Of or relating to a magistrate or the office of a magistrate.
The arrested individuals were presented for a magisterial inquiry the day after their detention.
Often appears as...
- magisterial inquiry
- magisterial court
Usage tips
Formal, Neutral
adjective
Masterful or dominating.
She carried herself with a magisterial air that intimidated many.
Often appears as...
- magisterial air
- magisterial control
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Air of Expertise
Use 'magisterial' to imply someone speaks with the weight and skill of an expert.
Her magisterial address to the conference impressed every attendee.
Pro Tip 2/3High Position
Link 'magisterial' with high-ranking officials who command respect.
The CEO's magisterial presence was felt throughout the company.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Casual
'Magisterial' is formal and not used for casual or friendly settings.
His magisterial lecture set a serious tone for the semester.
Pro Tip 1/3Air of Expertise
Use 'magisterial' to imply someone speaks with the weight and skill of an expert.
Her magisterial address to the conference impressed every attendee.
Pro Tip 2/3High Position
Link 'magisterial' with high-ranking officials who command respect.
The CEO's magisterial presence was felt throughout the company.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Casual
'Magisterial' is formal and not used for casual or friendly settings.
His magisterial lecture set a serious tone for the semester.
Pro Tip 1/3Air of Expertise
Use 'magisterial' to imply someone speaks with the weight and skill of an expert.
Her magisterial address to the conference impressed every attendee.
Pro Tip 2/3High Position
Link 'magisterial' with high-ranking officials who command respect.
The CEO's magisterial presence was felt throughout the company.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Casual
'Magisterial' is formal and not used for casual or friendly settings.
His magisterial lecture set a serious tone for the semester.
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