domineer Antonyms

Meaning of domineer

Wordnet

domineer (v)

rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner

Webster

domineer (v. t.)

To rule with insolence or arbitrary sway; to play the master; to be overbearing; to tyrannize; to bluster; to swell with conscious superiority or haughtiness; -- often with over; as, to domineer over dependents.

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rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic mannerTo rule with insolence or arbitrary sway; to play the master; to be overbearing; to tyran

dictate, oppress, master, tyrannize, lord (it over),dominate, administer, supervise, oversee, conquer

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The tyrannical leader domineered over the populace with an iron fist.

The bully's domineering presence instilled fear in the hearts of his peers.

The athlete's domineering performance on the field earned him the championship title.

The politician's domineering personality overshadowed his opponent during the debate.