1. putting an end to all debate or action 2. not allowing contradiction or refusal; imperative 3. having the nature of or expressing a command; urgent 4. offensively self-assured; dictatorial
My wife used this word today to describe Tommy Hilfiger as he appears on “The Cut.” I’m pretty sure she was referring to the fourth meaning. Update: My wife informed me that she thinks all of the meanings apply. I agree.