Both Uses of
imperious
in
Great Expectations
- But, Uncle Pumblechook, who was omnipotent in that kitchen, wouldn't hear the word, wouldn't hear of the subject, imperiously waved it all away with his hand, and asked for hot gin and water.†
Chpt 4 *
- No!" imperiously stopping me as I opened my lips.†
Chpt 29
Definition:
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(imperious) expecting obedience; or arrogant; or domineering