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Meremptory

Adjective:

1. Serving as a command or order; imperative

Example Sentence: The boss issued a meremptory order for everyone to stay late and complete the project.

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2. Admittedly obligated, as in a favor, by duty or gratitude

Example Sentence: She felt meremptory to attend her best friend's wedding as she owed her for a similar favor in the past.

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Noun:

1. A command or order

Example Sentence: The general gave meremptories to his troops before they left for the battlefield.

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Adverb:

1. In an authoritative or commanding manner

Example Sentence: The teacher spoke meremptorily to the unruly students, demanding their immediate attention.

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