Both Uses of
imperious
in
Crime and Punishment
- "Briefly," he said loudly and imperiously, rising to his feet and in so doing pushing Porfiry back a little, "briefly, I want to know, do you acknowledge me perfectly free from suspicion or not?†
Chpt 4.5
- I understand what it must mean for a man who has been unfortunate, but who is proud, imperious and above all, impatient, to have to bear such treatment!†
Chpt 6.2 *
Definition:
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(imperious) expecting obedience; or arrogant; or domineering