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peremptory

/pərˈɛmptrəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does peremptory mean?

adjective

Decisive and authoritative in manner or tone; leaving no room for argument or dispute. Used to express a firm or absolute decision.

Example

"The judge's peremptory tone made it clear that the case was closed."

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