imperious [adjective]

Definition of imperious:

having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy

Synonyms of imperious:

● Disdainful

● Haughty

● Lordly

● Overbearing

● Prideful

● Sniffy

● Supercilious

● Swaggering

● Arrogant

● Bossy

● Dictatorial

● Despotic

● Tyrannical


Opposite/Antonyms of imperious:

● Humble

● Obedient

● Modest

● Meek

● Lowly

● Deferential

● Electable

● Servile

● Minor

● Unassuming

● Demure


Sentence/Example of imperious:

A highly regarded consultant and teaching doctor, I found her manner imperious and domineering.