What does overbearing mean?
Overbearing means present participle and gerund of overbear.
Overbearing
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of overbear.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of overbear
- Overly bossy, domineering, arrogant, forceful, intense, or annoying.
Example Sentences
In the same year, 1844, negotiations were begun to strengthen the North Union's position by an amalgamation with the Liverpool & Manchester and Grand Junction companies, but at the eleventh hour the shareholders took exception to the rather overbearing ways of the Grand Junction, and backed out.
Synonyms for overbearing
Antonyms for overbearing
Related Words
Word Forms
- more overbearing
- most overbearing
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overbearing?
Common synonyms include demanding, dictatorial, dominant, haughty.
What is the opposite of overbearing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use overbearing in a sentence?
In the same year, 1844, negotiations were begun to strengthen the North Union's position by an amalgamation with the Liverpool & Manchester and Grand Junction companies, but at the eleventh hour the shareholders took exception to the rather overbearing ways of the Grand Junction, and backed out.
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