PEREMPTORY  , an

adjective adapted from the Roman law term peremptorium edict um, peremptoria exceptio, a decree or plea which put an end to or quashed (Lat. perimere, to destroy) an action, hence decisive, final . A similar use is found in English law in " peremptory challenge," a challenge to a jury allowed to a prisoner-without cause shown, or " peremptory mandamus," an absolute command . The natural repugnance to a final order has given this word in its ordinary usage a sense of objectionable and intolerant emphasis .