Synonyms for

Overbearing

Verb / ˈəʊvɜ:ˈberɪŋ / Another word for overbearing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adjective - unpleasantly or arrogantly domineering

Synonyms & similar words

swaggering dictatorial disdainful overbear lordly supercilious haughty sniffy beardown imperious authoritarian prideful domineering bossy controlling dictatorial oppressive tyrannical arrogant autocratic despotic high-handed imperious overweening peremptory pushy superior dogmatic haughty imposing lordly magisterial

Example sentences

  1. The overbearing teacher always told us what to do.
  2. My aunt can be overbearing when she comes to visit.
  3. The CEO's overbearing attitude made his employees unhappy.
  4. I don't like to be around overbearing people.
  5. The overbearing boss made it hard for his employees to work.

Quotes

  • The overbearing demands of the law
  • An overbearing mother-in-law is a survival challenge.
  • Overbearing people have to dominate others.

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