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Synonyms & Similar Words
authoritarian
bossy
commanding
controlling
dictatorial
dominant
imperious
overbearing
oppressive
tyrannical
autocratic
despotic
domineering
high-handed
imperious
lordly
masterful
peremptory
preemptory
regal
rigid
stern
strict
tyrannous
arbitrary
coercive
forceful
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intimidating
magisterial
monarchical
overlordly
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severe
stringent
suppressive
uncompromising
Meaning of Domineering
having or showing too much power or control over someone or something
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "domineering" as having or showing too much power or control over someone or something, typically in a way that is considered unacceptable or unpleasant
- * A person who has a domineering personality or behavior is one who likes to control or influence others, often in a forceful or aggressive manner
Etymology of Domineering
The word "domineering" has its roots in the 17th-century English word "domineer", which is derived from the Dutch word "domineeren", meaning to rule or dominate
Historically, the term was used to describe someone who exerted excessive control or authority over others, often in a tyrannical or oppressive manner
Example Uses
- Her domineering personality made it difficult for her colleagues to express their opinions
- * The manager's domineering behavior was resented by the entire team
- * He had a domineering attitude that made him unpopular with his peers
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
submissive
compliant
obedient
yielding
deferential
acquiescent
passive
compliant
accommodating
conciliatory
cooperative
gentle
lenient
permissive
tolerant
unassuming
modest
humble
meek
mild
restrained
self-effacing
shy
soft-spoken
unassertive
weak