Domineeringly: meaning, definitions and examples
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domineeringly
[ ˌdɒmɪˈnɪərɪŋli ]
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.
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.