Domineeringly: meaning, definitions and examples

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domineeringly

 

[ ˌdɒmɪˈnɪərɪŋli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe someone's behavior

In a domineering manner; in a way that is assertive, controlling, or authoritarian.

Synonyms

authoritatively, bossily, dictatorially

Examples of usage

  • She spoke domineeringly to her employees, expecting them to follow her orders without question.
  • He behaved domineeringly towards his friends, always insisting on having his own way.
Context #2 | Adjective

used to describe a person's character

Showing a tendency to exercise unwarranted control or power over others; behaving in a manner that is excessively controlling or authoritarian.

Synonyms

controlling, overbearing, tyrannical

Examples of usage

  • Her domineering attitude often alienated those around her.
  • The domineering boss made all the decisions without consulting the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "domineeringly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dominantemente

🇮🇳 प्रभुत्वपूर्ण ढंग से

🇩🇪 herrisch

🇮🇩 dengan dominan

🇺🇦 домінуюче

🇵🇱 dominująco

🇯🇵 支配的に

🇫🇷 de manière dominatrice

🇪🇸 dominantemente

🇹🇷 baskın bir şekilde

🇰🇷 지배적으로

🇸🇦 بصورة مهيمنة

🇨🇿 dominantně

🇸🇰 dominantne

🇨🇳 霸道地

🇸🇮 dominantno

🇮🇸 ráðandi

🇰🇿 үстемдікпен

🇬🇪 დომინანტურად

🇦🇿 dominant şəkildə

🇲🇽 dominantemente

Word origin

The word 'domineeringly' is derived from the verb 'domineer', which comes from the Dutch word 'domineren' meaning 'to rule' or 'to dominate'. The suffix '-ingly' is added to form the adverb. The concept of domineering behavior has been observed throughout history, with examples of rulers, leaders, and individuals exerting control over others in various contexts.

See also: domineer, domineering.