domineering
/ˌdɒmɪˈnɪərɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌdɑːmɪˈnɪrɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌdä-mə-ˈnir-iŋ/ (ame, mw)
domineering — adjective
- domineeringpositive
- more domineeringcomparative
- most domineeringsuperlative
1. always pushing other people to do things your way and showing little respect for
always pushing other people to do things your way and showing little respect for what they want or feel.
Wren sounded domineering by assigning everyone's weekend jobs before breakfast.
sound domineering by + gerund showing control
During practice, Ayesha grew domineering and corrected every dancer's smallest move.
grow domineering in a group activity
Mert's domineering tone made the volunteers stop sharing ideas.
Even in card games, Dewi became domineering and chose rules for everyone.
The chef's domineering manner sent two new cooks out of the kitchen.
- overbearing
emphasises making other people feel small or unable to speak
- dictatorial
stronger and harsher; often suggests command-and-obey behaviour
- bossy
more informal and often lighter in tone, especially for children
- controlling
broader; can focus on managing someone's life rather than giving orders openly
- considerate
shows care for other people's feelings and wishes
- respectful
treats other people's choices and opinions properly
- easygoing
relaxed and not eager to control others
文法句型
be/sound/become + domineering
domineering + noun (manner, tone, behaviour)
domineering toward/with + someone
用法筆記
Usually describes a person's manner, tone, or behaviour in relationships, families, or small groups rather than formal political power. Strongly negative: it suggests the person ignores other people's wishes, not merely that they are confident or efficient.