What does good authority mean?

Definitions for good authority
good au·thor·i·ty

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  1. good authoritynoun

    testimony by someone who should know

    "I have it on good authority"

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  1. good authority

    Good authority refers to a source that is highly reliable, trustworthy, accurate, and deemed reputable or knowledgeable in a particular field or subject matter. It can be an individual, organization, or publication that is widely recognized for their expertise and credibility. This source can be relied upon to provide information, advice, or judgments that are valid and can be accepted with confidence.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of good authority in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of good authority in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of good authority in a Sentence

  1. Chris Byrne:

    We recommend you don’t go out and spend $ 100 for a $ 14.99 toy, i have it on good authority Santa will send an IOU, and these will be back in stock right after the New Year.

  2. William Penn:

    Believe nothing against another but on good authority; and never report what may hurt another, unless it be a greater hurt to some other to conceal it.

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