peremptory [adjective]

Definition of peremptory:

  • Leaving no doubt or choice; imperious, dictatorial.
  • Having the quality of finality or decisiveness.

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Sentence/Example of peremptory:

The general issued a peremptory order to retreat.

Her peremptory tone left no room for argument.

The judge's peremptory dismissal of the case shocked everyone.

His peremptory manner alienated his colleagues.

The dictator's peremptory decrees were met with resistance.

The peremptory demands of the customer were unreasonable.

The peremptory child insisted on getting their own way.

The peremptory nature of the deadline caused widespread panic.

The peremptory tone of the email was unprofessional.

The peremptory dismissal of the employee caused a scandal.

The peremptory instructions were clear and concise.

The peremptory nature of the order left no time for questions.

The peremptory demands of the boss created a hostile work environment.

The peremptory tone of the announcement silenced the crowd.

The peremptory dismissal of the case was a miscarriage of justice.

The peremptory manner of the teacher intimidated the students.

The peremptory demands of the client were impossible to meet.

The peremptory tone of the voice on the phone was unnerving.

The peremptory order to evacuate the building was followed immediately.

The peremptory nature of the decision left no room for appeal.

The peremptory dismissal of the employee was based on unfounded accusations.

The peremptory tone of the letter was offensive.

The peremptory demands of the customer led to a loss of business.

The peremptory nature of the deadline caused increased stress levels.

The peremptory dismissal of the employee was a violation of company policy.