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overbearing

1 of 1adjective
/ˌoʊvɚˈbɛrɪŋ/
Forms:more overbearing,most overbearing
1

excessively bossy or controlling, often overpowering others with one's opinions and authority

  • Sarah's overbearing nature made it difficult for her coworkers to express their ideas and opinions freely.
  • The overbearing manager constantly micromanaged his team, leaving them feeling suffocated and demotivated.
  • Despite being an adult, Mark's overbearing parents insisted on making decisions for him, limiting his independence.
  • Jenny ended her friendship with Lisa due to her overbearing behavior, as Lisa would constantly dictate how Jenny should live her life.
  • The overbearing teacher had strict rules and rarely allowed her students to express their creativity in the classroom.
2

expecting unquestioning obedience