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- Dictionaryperemptory/pəˈrɛm(p)t(ə)ri/
adjective
- 1. insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a brusquely imperious way: "‘Just do it!’ came the peremptory reply" Similar
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having the expectation of immediate and complete obedience, or to be obeyed without explanation: In his usual peremptory manner, he ordered us all into the conference room. (Definition of peremptory from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of peremptory.
The meaning of PEREMPTORY is putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay; specifically : not providing an opportunity to show cause why one should not comply. How to use peremptory in a sentence.
Peremptory definition: leaving no opportunity for denial or refusal; imperative. See examples of PEREMPTORY used in a sentence.
1. urgent or commanding. a peremptory ring on the bell. 2. not able to be remitted or debated; decisive. 3. positive or assured in speech, manner, etc; dogmatic. 4. law. a. admitting of no denial or contradiction; precluding debate. b. obligatory rather than permissive. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Derived forms
putting an end to all debate or action. “a peremptory decree”. synonyms: decisive. determining or having the power to determine an outcome. adjective. not allowing contradiction or refusal. “spoke in peremptory tones”. “ peremptory commands”.
PEREMPTORY meaning: 1. expecting to be obeyed immediately and without any questions: 2. expecting to be obeyed…. Learn more.
adjective. /pəˈremptəri/ (formal, disapproving) (especially of somebody’s manner or behaviour) expecting to be obeyed immediately and without questioning or refusing. a peremptory summons. The letter was peremptory in tone. with a peremptory wave of his hand. Word Origin. Definitions on the go.
adj. 1. a. Subject to no further debate or dispute; final and unassailable: a peremptory decree. b. Not allowing contradiction or refusal; imperative: The officer issued peremptory commands. 2. Offensively self-assured; imperious or dictatorial: a swaggering, peremptory manner.
adjective. Barring further action, debate, question, etc.; final; absolute; decisive. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Not allowing contradiction or refusal; imperative. The officer issued peremptory commands. American Heritage. Not requiring that any cause be shown. A peremptory challenge of a prospective juror. Webster's New World.
Jun 18, 2024 · ( law) Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal. Synonyms: positive, absolute, decisive, conclusive, final. ( law) (of a date or deadline) Absolutely requiring compliance or attendance; brooking no further delay; to proceed whether a party attends or not; final.
