Pronunciation: /haɪ ˈhændɪd/
adjective showing arrogant superiority; overbearing
A1 The teacher was high-handed when she told the students to be quiet.
A2 The boss's high-handed approach to management often led to conflict with employees.
B1 The company's high-handed decision to cut employee benefits caused outrage among staff.
B2 The politician's high-handed behavior alienated many of his supporters.
C1 The CEO's high-handed attitude towards shareholders ultimately led to his downfall.
C2 The dictator's high-handed rule resulted in widespread oppression and unrest in the country.
formal The manager's high-handed approach to decision-making alienated many of his employees.
informal She always acts so high-handed, like she's better than everyone else.
slang Don't be so high-handed about it, just chill out and relax.
figurative His high-handed attitude towards criticism only served to isolate him from others.
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