overbearing
10 synonyms and 3 antonyms for overbearing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Excessively controlling, bossy, or forceful in manner.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use overbearing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
overbearing parent
overbearing boss
overbearing manner
Etymology
From overbear ("to bear down on, dominate") plus the -ing ending.
Full origin of overbearing →Frequently asked questions
What does “overbearing” mean?
The word “overbearing” means excessively controlling, bossy, or forceful in manner. In plain terms, someone who dominates or controls others in a pushy, unwelcome way.
How do you use “overbearing” in a sentence?
Here is “overbearing” used in a sentence: “Her overbearing manager checked every email before it was sent.”
What part of speech is “overbearing”?
“Overbearing” is an adjective.
