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Definitions

peremptory

[puh-remp-tuh-ree] / pəˈrɛmp tə ri /
ADJECTIVE
overbearing, authoritative
Synonyms
WEAK
absolute arbitrary assertive autocratic binding bossy categorical certain commanding compelling decided decisive dictatorial dogmatic domineering final finished firm fixed high-handed imperative imperial imperious incontrovertible intolerant irrefutable magisterial obligatory obstinate positive rigorous severe stringent tyrannical uncompromising undeniable
Antonyms
WEAK
easygoing indulgent laid-back lax lenient mild moderate

Example Sentences

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If one side likes a potential juror, then 9 times out of 10 the other side will exercise a peremptory challenge to make sure that this person does not make it onto the jury.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024

So Blanche had to use yet another one of his peremptory challenges to knock Juror 128.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2024

Each side has 10 "peremptory" challenges, jurors they can dismiss for no particular reason, said Ms Florence.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2024

Attorneys on each side can make up to 20 peremptory dismissals of jurors — without stating a reason.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2023

This she says to the two women on the sofa, her usual peremptory rough-cut slapdash manner, and as usual she gets away with it.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.