Which word is closest to the meaning of the underlined word as it is used in the paragraph?

Use the thesaurus to find the correct meaning.

General George Patton had an IMPERIOUS way of addressing the troops. He talked to them about the importance of their role in helping to end the war. When he spoke, he was obviously the man in charge. They knew he demanded respect.

imperious
adj. bossy, commanding, controlling, demanding

A.
bossy

B.
commanding

C.
controlling

D.
demanding