High-handedness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: High-handedness is a noun meaning The state or quality of being high-handed.
Meaning
The state or quality of being high-handed.
Example Sentences
I had had no opportunity as yet of passing on Poirot’s message to Lawrence. But now, as I strolled out on the lawn, still nursing a grudge against my friend’s high-handedness, I saw Lawrence on the croquet lawn, aimlessly knocking a couple of very ancient balls about, with a still more ancient mallet.
Word Forms
- highhandedness
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arrogance, mercy, arbitrariness, dominance, hegemonic, tyranny.
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