domineering Synonyms
Strongest:
Strong:
- despotic
- stern
- authoritative
- tyrannous
- tyrannic
- commanding
- autocratic
- controlling
- dictatorial
- masterful
- aggressive
- peremptory
- autocratical
- tyrannical
- proud
- imperious
Weak:
- presumptuous
- assumptive
- self-asserting
- hifalutin
- highfalutin
- all-powerful
- conceited
- self-assertive
- directorial
- almighty
- high-hat
- overweening
- imperial
- toploftical
- pretentious
- omnipotent
- toplofty
- imperative
- fastuous
- important
- regimental
- assertive
- supercilious
- uppity
- high-and-mighty
- narcissistic
- superior
- vain
- lordly
- disdainful
- huffy
- arbitrary
- dictating
- lofty
- pompous
- haughty
- magisterial
- high-handed
- uppish
domineering Meaning
domineering (a)
tending to domineer
domineering (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Domineer
domineering (a.)
Ruling arrogantly; overbearing.
domineering Sentence Examples
- The domineering boss issued condescending orders to his employees, creating a tense and oppressive work environment.
- Throughout history, domineering leaders have attempted to control nations with an iron fist, suppressing dissent and curtailing individual freedoms.
- As a domineering parent, she imposed her will on her children, stifling their independence and individuality.
- The domineering athlete towered over his opponents, intimidating them with his physical prowess and aggressive play.
- Her domineering personality made it difficult for others to express their opinions, causing her to alienate potential friends and colleagues.
- Dominating the landscape, the colossal mountain cast a domineering shadow over the surrounding countryside, evoking a sense of awe and grandeur.
- The domineering skyscraper pierced the heavens, symbolizing the city's ambition and economic might.
- With domineering confidence, the public speaker captivated the audience, weaving a tapestry of words that mesmerized and inspired.
- Dominating the market with its innovative products and aggressive marketing campaign, the company achieved unprecedented success.
- The domineering storm unleashed its fury, lashing the coastline with torrential rain and howling winds, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
FAQs About the word domineering
tending to domineerof Domineer, Ruling arrogantly; overbearing.
arrogant, overbearing,authoritarian, bossy, despotic, stern, authoritative, tyrannous, tyrannic, commanding
meek, obedient, modest, modest, docile, docile, unassuming, amenable, amenable, unassuming
The domineering boss issued condescending orders to his employees, creating a tense and oppressive work environment.
Throughout history, domineering leaders have attempted to control nations with an iron fist, suppressing dissent and curtailing individual freedoms.
As a domineering parent, she imposed her will on her children, stifling their independence and individuality.
The domineering athlete towered over his opponents, intimidating them with his physical prowess and aggressive play.
