adjective
- arrogantly domineering or overbearing; expecting immediate obedience
- urgent or pressing in a way that demands attention
Usage: formal
Examples
- The imperious manager demanded that all reports be submitted immediately.
- She gave him an imperious look that silenced his protests.
- His imperious tone made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
- The queen’s imperious gesture commanded instant attention.
- The imperious need for medical supplies could not be ignored.
- With an imperious wave of her hand, she dismissed the servants.