1. having or showing great authority and dignity; commanding respect
2. relating to a magistrate or the office of a magistrate
Usage: legal

Examples

• The professor delivered his lecture in a magisterial tone that commanded attention.
• Her magisterial presence filled the courtroom as she entered.
• The judge’s magisterial authority was evident in every ruling.
• He spoke with magisterial confidence about the complex legal matter.
• The magisterial duties included overseeing local court proceedings.
• Her magisterial bearing made her a natural leader in the organization.