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imperious

adjective

Reveal meaning and examples

Domineering and expecting immediate obedience.

The imperious director issued orders without inviting discussion.

Dictionary practice example.

An imperious market warden demanded that traders stop speaking whenever he lifted a finger and obey every order immediately.