Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ/
adjective domineering or dictatorial in manner; arrogantly overbearing
A1 My boss can be overbearing at times, but he means well.
A2 The teacher's overbearing attitude made the students feel uncomfortable.
B1 Her overbearing personality often leads to conflicts with her colleagues.
B2 The CEO's overbearing behavior alienated many employees.
C1 The dictator's overbearing control over the country's media stifled freedom of speech.
C2 The professor's overbearing criticism of students' work discouraged creativity in the classroom.
formal Her overbearing attitude made it difficult for the team to work together effectively.
informal My overbearing boss is always micromanaging everything we do.
slang I can't stand my mom's overbearing behavior, she's always up in my business.
figurative The weight of his overbearing presence in the room was palpable, stifling any chance of open conversation.
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