Words For Authoritarian Behavior

verb to assert one's will over others in an arrogant way

• The CEO was known to domineer over his employees, often micromanaging every aspect of their work.
• My older brother always tries to domineer over our family gatherings, insisting on controlling everything.
• Don't let him domineer the conversation, we all want a chance to speak.
• The storm clouds seemed to domineer over the horizon, signaling an impending downpour.

adjective relating to or characteristic of tyranny; oppressive and controlling

• The tyrannical ruler imposed strict laws on his people.
• My boss can be so tyrannical sometimes.
• That teacher is so tyrannical, she never lets us have any fun.
• The tyrannical grip of addiction held him captive for years.