adj
overbearing
adj
1
Excessively controlling, bossy, or forceful in manner.
"Her overbearing manager checked every email before it was sent."
"He grew up with an overbearing father who controlled every decision."
How to Use Overbearing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who dominates or controls others in a pushy, unwelcome way.
Common pairings
overbearing parent
overbearing boss
overbearing manner
Word Forms
more overbearing comparative, most overbearing superlative
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Etymology
From overbear ("to bear down on, dominate") plus the -ing ending.