Latin word imperium comes from Latin parare, Latin im-

Detailed word origin of imperium

Dictionary entry	Language	Definition
parare	Latin (lat)
im-	Latin (lat)
imperare	Latin (lat)
imperium	Latin (lat)	(military) Military authority, the command (of an army).. A command, order, direction, bidding.. Absolute command over the empire (or other polity); sovereignty; sway.. The empire, state, imperial government, realm, dominion.. The exercise of authority, rule, law, control.. The right or power to command or be in control; dominion.

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