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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|---|---|
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
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| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |
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| cavalcade | a procession (see procession |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
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