domineering

The definition of domineering is someone who is overpowering or dominant.

(adjective)

An example of someone who is domineering is a mother-in-law who tries to control the wedding of her only son.

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See domineering in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

arrogant; overbearing; tyrannical

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See domineering in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Tending to domineer; overbearing.

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  • domˌi·neerˈing·ly adverb

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