as in authoritarian
fond of ordering people around
I don't want to work with him because he's so bossy and always runs roughshod over me
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Recent Examples of bossy
On March 1, Venus retrograde will ignite your bossy 10th house of reputation and career goals, urging you to reflect on whether your relationship and connections fit into the grand scheme of things.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025
Asking Eric: Our bossy sister said there won't be a party.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
Any ideas on how to approach a bossy elder sibling?
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
Tensions run high toward the middle of the month, as the moon will peak in Leo and your bossy 10th house of authority and reputation.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025
Asking Eric: Our bossy sister said there won't be a party.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
Any ideas on how to approach a bossy elder sibling?
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
Tensions run high toward the middle of the month, as the moon will peak in Leo and your bossy 10th house of authority and reputation.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bossy
Adjective
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From 2019 to 2020, the authoritarian petrostate paid $115,000 a month to now–Attorney General Pam Bondi and her firm to lobby on its behalf.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2025
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The congressman sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, accusing him of prioritizing personal spectacle and showing admiration for authoritarian leaders.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The trial had revealed Blue Cross’ domineering behavior.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
12 Apr. 2025
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As mild-mannered schoolteacher Mr. Lisbon, James Woods plays a quiet counterpoint to his domineering wife.—
Sezin Devi Koehler,
EW.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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For example, when a man in his sixties talks about the same thing, he’s seen as calm and logical, but when a woman in her twenties talks about it, she’s seen as arrogant or trying to act mature.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
15 May 2025
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By losing some of its arrogant charm, Doom has also lost the means to back it up.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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With a versatile and emotionally resonant voice, he’s known for delivering the smooth sophistication of jazz and the commanding presence needed for authoritative reads.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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When executed well, a strong content strategy creates a consistent, authoritative presence that builds both trust and familiarity, inviting potential clients to take the next step.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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But Mei is convinced her overbearing mother only exists to embarrass while never understanding her struggles.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
8 May 2025
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The butler team was welcoming and helpful, without being overbearing.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 May 2025
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“Bossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bossy. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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