Commandingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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commandingly

 

[ kəˈmændɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a firm and authoritative manner

In a commanding or authoritative manner, often indicating power or control.

Synonyms

authoritatively, domineeringly, imperiously

Examples of usage

  • She spoke commandingly, making sure everyone followed her instructions.
  • The general looked around the room commandingly, his presence demanding attention.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that shows dominance or superiority

In a manner that displays dominance or superiority over others.

Synonyms

authoritatively, dominantly, imperiously

Examples of usage

  • He walked commandingly into the meeting, exuding confidence and control.
  • The CEO addressed the employees commandingly, asserting his leadership.

Translations

Translations of the word "commandingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autorativamente

🇮🇳 आदेशात्मक रूप से

🇩🇪 befehlerisch

🇮🇩 dengan otoritatif

🇺🇦 наказово

🇵🇱 autorytatywnie

🇯🇵 命令的に

🇫🇷 de manière autoritaire

🇪🇸 autoritaria

🇹🇷 buyurgan bir şekilde

🇰🇷 명령적으로

🇸🇦 بطريقة آمرة

🇨🇿 povelově

🇸🇰 prikazovačne

🇨🇳 命令式地

🇸🇮 ukazovalno

🇮🇸 skipandi

🇰🇿 бұйрықпен

🇬🇪 ბრძანებით

🇦🇿 əmredici şəkildə

🇲🇽 autoritaria

Word origin

The word 'commandingly' is derived from the verb 'command', which originated from the Latin word 'com' meaning 'together' and 'mandare' meaning 'to order'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-16th century. Over time, 'commandingly' evolved to describe actions or behaviors that assert authority, power, or control in a commanding manner.

See also: command, commandeer, commander, commanding, commands.