Authoritarian Terms

1 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who has authority, control, or power over others

verb to behave in a domineering or superior manner towards others

  • He tends to lord it over his subordinates in the office, often micromanaging their every move.
  • She always tries to lord it over her friends by showing off her expensive possessions.
  • Don't let him lord it over you like that, stand up for yourself!
  • The wealthy elite continue to lord it over the working class, maintaining their power and influence.