bossy — fond of giving people orders; domineering
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: fond of giving people orders; domineering
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɔːsi/
Example Sentences
- My bossy little brother thinks he's the CEO of our house.
- I don't mean to sound bossy, but could you please clean your room?
- The new manager is so bossy that employees hide in the bathroom when they see her coming.
bossy
ADJECTIVE[/ˈbɔːsi/]
fond of giving people orders; domineering
Her little sister is so bossy, ordering everyone around the playroom.
The bossy editor holds her glossy magazine on mossy ground!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Bossy derives from the noun boss, which entered English from Dutch baas (master, owner) during the colonial period. The adjective form emerged in mid-19th century America, originally meaning domineering or inclined to give orders.
Breakdown
boss (from Dutch baas, meaning master or owner) + -y (adjective suffix indicating a quality or tendency)
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📝Examples
“My bossy little brother thinks he's the CEO of our house.”
“I don't mean to sound bossy, but could you please clean your room?”
“The new manager is so bossy that employees hide in the bathroom when they see her coming.”
“She realized she was being too bossy and tried to change her approach.”
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