imperious

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imperious

(adjective)

Meaning

commanding or dominant in manner

Example

"The imperious leader demanded unwavering loyalty from his followers."

Synonyms

authoritativearrogantoverbearing

Antonyms

submissivemeekhumble

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'imperiosus', meaning commanding.
Related word forms
  • noun: imperiousness
  • adverb: imperiously

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