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overbearing adj

Overbearing means too controlling or domineering in dealing with other people. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of overbearing

  • too controlling or domineering in dealing with other people

Usage examples of overbearing

The overbearing manager interrupted anyone who disagreed with him.

Her overbearing advice made her friends stop asking for help.

The committee rejected the overbearing proposal to control every minor decision.

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