Definition of peremptory

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  • peremptory is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 19
  • peremptory is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 19
  • peremptory is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of peremptory

  • offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a swaggering peremptory manner

    Synonyms

    1. autocratic
    2. bossy
    3. dominating
    4. high-and-mighty
    5. magisterial
  • not allowing contradiction or refusal (adjective)

    Examples

    1. spoke in peremptory tones
    2. peremptory commands
  • putting an end to all debate or action (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a peremptory decree

See definition of peremptory in Merriam Webster