Meaning of domineering in English

1. Pronunciation

   /dɑməˈnɪrɪŋ/

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1. Qualitative Adjective

   domineering

   Definitions

   1. tending to domineer

   Synonyms

   • authoritarian
   • dictatorial
   • overbearing
   • autocratic
   • bossy
   • dominating
   • high-and-mighty
   • magisterial
   • peremptory
   • blustery
   • bullying
   • cavalier
   • high-handed
   • heavy-handed
   • roughshod
   • imperious
   • masterful
   • oppressive
   • tyrannical
   • tyrannous

   Antonyms

   • submissive

See also

• immodest