overbearing — trying to control other people in an unpleasant way; domineering
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: trying to control other people in an unpleasant way; domineering
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 다른 사람을 불쾌하게 지배하려 하는; 압제적인, 거만한
Korean pronunciation: 오버**베어**링
Example Sentences
- His overbearing grandmother even chooses his socks every morning.
- The overbearing manager micromanages every email we send.
- She found her date's overbearing personality quite off-putting.
overbearing
ADJECTIVE//ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ//
trying to control other people in an unpleasant way; domineering
An overbearing manager intimidates employees during the office meeting
Stop being overbearing, start truly caring and sharing!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the prefix 'over-' (excessive) combined with 'bearing' (the present participle of 'bear', meaning to conduct or carry oneself). The word emerged in English to describe someone who excessively asserts dominance or control over others.
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📝Examples
“His overbearing grandmother even chooses his socks every morning.”
“The overbearing manager micromanages every email we send.”
“She found her date's overbearing personality quite off-putting.”
“My overbearing cat demands attention every five minutes.”
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