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View usage for: (pəremptəri) adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]Someone who does something in a peremptory way does it in a way that shows that they expect to be obeyed immediately. [formal, disapproval] With a brief, almost peremptory gesture he pointed to a chair. peremptorily (pəremptərɪli) adverb [ADVERB with verb] 'Hello!' the voice said, more peremptorily. 'Who is it? Who do you want?' More Synonyms of peremptory peremptory in British English (pəˈrɛmptərɪ) adjective1. urgent or commanding a peremptory ring on the bell 2. not able to be remitted or debated; decisive 3. positive or assured in speech, manner, etc; dogmatic 4. lawa. admitting of no denial or contradiction; precluding debate b. obligatory rather than permissive Derived forms peremptorily (perˈemptorily) adverb peremptoriness (perˈemptoriness) noun Word origin C16: from Anglo-Norman peremptorie, from Latin peremptōrius decisive, from perimere to take away completely, from per- (intensive) + emere to take peremptory in American English (pərˈɛmptəri) adjective1. Lawa. barring further action, debate, question, etc.; final; absolute; decisive b. not requiring that any cause be shown a peremptory challenge of a juror 2. that cannot be denied, changed, delayed, opposed, etc., as a command 3. intolerantly positive or assured; imperious a peremptory manner Derived forms peremptorily (perˈemptorily) adverb peremptoriness (perˈemptoriness) noun Word origin LL peremptorius, decisive, final < L, destructive, deadly < peremptus, pp. of perimere, to destroy < per-, intens. + emere, to take, buy: see redeem Examples of 'peremptory' in a sentenceperemptory Definition urgent or commanding He treated his colleagues in a peremptory manner. Definition expecting immediate obedience without any discussion She had obtained a peremptory court order for her children's return. Additional synonymsDefinition with unrestricted power and authority a ruler with absolute power Synonyms supreme, sovereign, unlimited, ultimate, full, utmost, unconditional, unqualified, predominant, superlative, unrestricted, pre-eminent, unrestrained, tyrannical, peerless, unsurpassed, unquestionable, matchless, peremptory, unboundedDefinition without consideration for the wishes of others the arbitrary power of the autocratic state Synonyms dictatorial, absolute, unlimited, uncontrolled, autocratic, dogmatic, imperious, domineering, unrestrained, overbearing, tyrannical, summary, magisterial, despotic, high-handed, peremptory, tyrannous Definition confident and direct in dealing with others an assertive style of management Synonyms confident, firm, demanding, decided, forward, can-do (informal), positive, aggressive, decisive, forceful, emphatic, insistent, feisty (informal), pushy (informal), in-your-face (British, slang), dogmatic, strong-willed, domineering, overbearing, self-assured, carnivorous (informal) Nearby words ofperemptory - percussion
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Additional synonymsDefinition possessing authority She has an authoritative manner. Synonyms commanding, lordly, masterly, imposing, dominating, confident, decisive, imperative, assertive, autocratic, dictatorial, dogmatic, imperious, self-assured, peremptoryThey have grown intolerant of his autocratic ways. Synonyms dictatorial, absolute, unlimited, all-powerful, imperious, domineering, tyrannical, despotic, tyrannous Definition imposing an obligation or duty a legally binding commitment Synonyms compulsory, necessary, mandatory, imperative, obligatory, conclusive, irrevocable, unalterable, indissolubleDefinition domineering, overbearing, or authoritarian She remembers being a rather bossy little girl. Synonyms domineering, lordly, arrogant, authoritarian, oppressive, hectoring, autocratic, dictatorial, coercive, imperious, overbearing, tyrannical, despotic, high-handedDefinition having the air of authority The voice at the other end of the line was serious and commanding. Synonyms authoritative, imposing, impressive, compelling, assertive, forceful, autocratic, peremptoryAnother, probably more compelling, factor is that of safety. Synonyms pressing, binding, urgent, overriding, imperative, unavoidable, coercive, peremptoryDefinition having great influence on the result of something a decisive victory in the elections Synonyms crucial, significant, critical, final, positive, absolute, influential, definite, definitive, momentous, conclusive, fatefulDefinition tyrannical a dictatorial management style Synonyms domineering, authoritarian, oppressive, bossy (informal), imperious, overbearing, magisterial, iron-handed, dogmatical Definition habitually stating one's opinions in a forceful or arrogant manner His dogmatic style deflects opposition. Synonyms opinionated, arrogant, assertive, arbitrary, emphatic, downright, dictatorial, imperious, overbearing, categorical, magisterial, doctrinaire, obdurate, peremptoryDefinition acting arrogantly or tyrannically They are not domineering parents. Synonyms overbearing, arrogant, authoritarian, oppressive, autocratic, masterful, dictatorial, coercive, bossy (informal), imperious, tyrannical, magisterial, despotic, high-handed, iron-handed Additional synonymsDefinition having no possibility of further discussion, action, or change The judge's decision is final. Synonyms irrevocable, absolute, decisive, definitive, decided, finished, settled, definite, conclusive, irrefutable, incontrovertible, unalterable, determinate, net-net (informal) Definition using authority in an unnecessarily forceful way He wants to be seen as less bossy and high-handed. Synonyms dictatorial, domineering, overbearing, arbitrary, oppressive, autocratic, bossy (informal), imperious, tyrannical, despotic, peremptoryDefinition commanding or authoritative Synonyms commanding, lordly, authoritative, autocratic, dictatorial, imperious, domineering, magisterial, high-handed, peremptoryDefinition refusing to accept practices and beliefs that differ from one's own intolerant attitudes towards non-Catholics Synonyms narrow-minded, prejudiced, bigoted, narrow, racist, one-sided, fanatical, dictatorial, dogmatic, xenophobic, chauvinistic, small-minded, illiberal, uncharitable, racialist Definition impossible to deny or disprove Her logic was irrefutable. Synonyms undeniable, sure, certain, irresistible, invincible, unassailable, indisputable, unanswerable, unquestionable, incontrovertible, beyond question, incontestable, indubitable, apodictic, irrefragable, apodeictic Definition required or compulsory because of custom or law Third-party insurance is obligatory when driving in Italy. Synonyms compulsory, required, necessary, essential, demanded, binding, enforced, prescribed, statutory, mandatory, imperative, unavoidable, requisite, inescapable, coercive, OB, de rigueurDefinition imposing one's views in an unpleasant or forceful manner an arrogant and overbearing man Synonyms domineering, lordly, superior, arrogant, authoritarian, oppressive, autocratic, masterful, dictatorial, coercive, bossy (informal), imperious, haughty, tyrannical, magisterial, despotic, high-handed, peremptory, supercilious, officious, overweening, iron-handed Definition unquestionably true Her charm is undeniable. Synonyms certain, evident, undoubted, incontrovertible, clear, sure, sound, proven, obvious, patent, manifest, beyond (a) doubt, unassailable, indisputable, irrefutable, unquestionable, beyond question, incontestable, indubitable |