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Imperiousness

Definition:

Imperiousness is the quality or characteristic of being overbearing, authoritative, or domineering.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Overbearing behavior or attitude.

Example sentence:

His imperiousness made it difficult for anyone to question his decisions.

Sense 2:

Noun - Domineering nature.

Example sentence:

The queen's imperiousness was well-known throughout the kingdom.

Sense 3:

Noun - Act of asserting authority.

Example sentence:

Her imperiousness in demanding the changes was met with resistance.

Sense 4:

Noun - The quality of being assertive and confident.

Example sentence:

His imperiousness in the board meeting impressed his colleagues.

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