adjective
- demanding immediate attention or obedience; not allowing refusal or delay
Usage: formal
Examples
- The judge issued a preemptory order for all parties to appear in court.
- Her preemptory tone left no room for argument.
- The CEO’s preemptory dismissal of the proposal surprised everyone.
- He spoke in a preemptory manner that brooked no opposition.
- The teacher’s preemptory command silenced the classroom immediately.
- The general gave preemptory instructions to his subordinates.