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Comparative
more overbearing
Superlative
most overbearing
1
excessively bossy or controlling, often overpowering others with one's opinions and authority
- Sarah's overbearing nature made it difficult for her coworkers to express their ideas and opinions freely.
- The overbearing manager constantly micromanaged his team, leaving them feeling suffocated and demotivated.
- Despite being an adult, Mark's overbearing parents insisted on making decisions for him, limiting his independence.
- Jenny ended her friendship with Lisa due to her overbearing behavior, as Lisa would constantly dictate how Jenny should live her life.
- The overbearing teacher had strict rules and rarely allowed her students to express their creativity in the classroom.
2
expecting unquestioning obedience
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