GRE Word List

IMPERIOUS

marked by arrogant assurance : domineering

The meaning of the word imperious is marked by arrogant assurance : domineering.

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WordMeaning
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
chasethe hunting of wild animals
clapperone that claps: such as
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
trimto remove by or as if by cutting