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Definition of Peremptory

1. Adjective. Offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power. "A swaggering peremptory manner"

2. Adjective. Not allowing contradiction or refusal. "Peremptory commands"

3. Adjective. Putting an end to all debate or action. "A peremptory decree"

Definition of Peremptory

1. a. Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal; positive; absolute; decisive; conclusive; final.

Definition of Peremptory

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Peremptory

1. 1. Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal; positive; absolute; decisive; conclusive; final. "Think of heaven with hearty purposes and peremptory designs to get thither." (Jer. Taylor) 2. Positive in opinion or judgment; decided; dictatorial; dogmatical. "Be not too positive and peremptory." (Bacon) "Briefly, then, for we are peremptory." (Shak) 3. Firmly determined; unawed. Peremptory challenge See Challenge. Peremptory mandamus, a final and absolute mandamus. Peremptory plea, a plea by a defendant tending to impeach the plaintiff's right of action; a plea in bar. Synonym: Decisive, positive, absolute, authoritative, express, arbitrary, dogmatical. Origin: L. Peremptorius destructive, deadly, decisive, final: cf. F. Peremptorie. See Perempt. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Peremptory

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