High Handed

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /haɪ ˈhændɪd/

Definitions of high handed

adjective showing arrogant superiority; overbearing

Example Sentences

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.

Examples of high handed in a Sentence

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.

Grammatical Forms of high handed

past tense

high handed

plural

high handed

comparative

more high handed

superlative

most high handed

present tense

high hand

future tense

will high hand

perfect tense

have high handed

continuous tense

is high handing

singular

high handed

positive degree

high handed

infinitive

to high hand

gerund

high handing

participle

high handed

Origin and Evolution of high handed

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'high-handed' originated from the literal meaning of having a high or raised hand, symbolizing power, authority, or control.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'high-handed' evolved to describe someone who is overbearing, dictatorial, or arrogant in their actions or decisions.