VORA
VORADictionaryC2Imperious
CEFR C2 — Proficiency

Imperious

Definition

(formal) Showing a proud and haughty attitude, often to the point of being arrogant or domineering; commanding respect or obedience in a stern or authoritative manner.

Example Sentences

1The imperious tone of the CEO's voice made it clear that she would not tolerate any dissent from her employees.
2Is it possible to be confident and assertive without coming across as imperious or dismissive of others' opinions?
3The imperious gaze of the monarch seemed to bore into the souls of the courtiers, who trembled at her displeasure.
4Avoid using an imperious tone in your academic writing; instead, focus on presenting your arguments clearly and respectfully.
5There is a fine line between being decisive and being imperious; leaders must learn to balance confidence with empathy and humility.

More C2 Words

🎧 Hear "Imperious" pronounced & master it with spaced repetition — free →
VORA · Dictionary · Pricing
© 2026 VORA — voralingo.com · English vocabulary mastery from A1 to C2