Heavy Hand

Synonyms of heavy hand

• authoritarian approach
• oppressive tactics
• domineering style

Antonyms of heavy hand

• gentle touch
• light-handedness
• lenient approach

Collocations of heavy hand

heavy hand

Frequency: 80 %

The boss ruled with a heavy hand, often micromanaging every detail.

heavy hand

Frequency: 60 %

The teacher maintained control over the class with a firm hand.

heavy hand

Frequency: 50 %

The regime imposed its will on the population with an oppressive hand, limiting freedom.

heavy hand

Frequency: 45 %

The father was known for his domineering hand in decision-making within the family.

heavy hand

Frequency: 40 %

The dictator governed the country with an authoritarian hand, suppressing any dissent.

Idiomatic Expressions for heavy hand

• Phrase: heavy-handed approach
  Meaning: an overly forceful or authoritarian way of dealing with a situation
  Usage: The government's heavy-handed approach to the protests only escalated tensions further.