Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined part of the sentence.

His commands were so peremptory that we felt humiliated.

Peremptory means commanding, dictatorial, and insisting on immediate obedience without accepting refusal or disagreement. It implies an arrogant, bossy tone that leaves no room for negotiation. Imperious means arrogantly domineering or assuming power without justification, which closely matches peremptory. Specious means seemingly good but actually false - misleading. Poignant means evoking sadness or emotion. Rough means harsh or unrefined, which doesn't capture the authoritative nature of peremptory.