adj
imperious
Imperious (adj) means Domineering, arrogant, or overbearing.
adj
1
Domineering, arrogant, or overbearing.
2
Urgent; intensely compelling.
3
Imperial or regal.
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Etymology
From Latin imperiōsus (“mighty, powerful”), from imperium (“command, authority, power”).
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What is the meaning of imperious?
"imperious" (adj) means domineering, arrogant, or overbearing.
What are the different meanings of imperious?
"imperious" has 3 main meanings: 1. Domineering, arrogant, or overbearing; 2. Urgent; intensely compelling; 3. Imperial or regal.