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peremptorily

/pərˈɛmptɔrɪli/ adverb · British & US
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What does peremptorily mean?

adverb

In a peremptory manner; in a way that is imperious or dictatorial. Used to give an order or make a demand in a way that is not to be questioned.

Example

"The manager peremptorily told the employee to finish the project by the end of the week."

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