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Definition of peremptorily adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

peremptorily

adverb
 
/pəˈremptrəli/
 
/pəˈremptrəli/
(formal, disapproving)
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  1. in a way that allows no discussion or possibility of refusing
    • She peremptorily rejected the request.
    • He insisted peremptorily on speaking to Rachel.
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