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    Impérieusement (en. Imperiously)

    ɛ̃.pe.ʁi.øz.mɑ̃

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates a manner that allows for no resistance.
    He demanded the report imperiously, leaving no room for discussion.
    Il a demandé le rapport impérativement, sans laisser de place à la discussion.
    Often expressed with a certain authority and urgency.
    She explained to him imperatively that he had to meet the deadlines.
    Elle lui a expliqué impérativement qu'il devait respecter les délais.
    Conveys a strong requirement or an urgent necessity.
    It is imperatively necessary to arrive on time for the meeting.
    Il est impérativement nécessaire d'arriver à l'heure pour la réunion.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'imperative', from Latin 'imperativus', meaning 'that which commands'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act imperatively
    to act in a manner that requires an immediate result.
    agir impérativement
    to demand imperatively
    to demand with authority, without the possibility of refusal.
    demander impérativement

    Related Words

    imperative
    That expresses an order or a necessity.
    impératif
    authority
    The power to give orders or instructions.
    autorité

    Slang Meanings

    To demand strongly
    He blurted out an 'Do it imperiously!' that left no room for refusal.
    Il a lâché un 'Fais-le impérativement !' qui ne laissait aucune place au refus.
    To do it without discussion
    When she says to do it imperiously, you know it's serious.
    Quand elle dit de le faire impérativement, tu sais que c'est sérieux.