Definition of Overbearing
Overbearing
o·ver·bear·ing
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Unpleasantly dominating or oppressive in manner or attitude.
e.g. Her overbearing boss made it difficult for her to work efficiently.
(adjective)
overpowering and overwhelming, or dominant, for example the most important or decisive;
e.g. The heat was overbearing and it was giving him a headache. She emphasized the overbearing problem they were facing.
(verb)
overcoming or overwhelming someone/something by physical force or emotional pressure;
e.g. Her persistence will be capable of overbearing his refusal to attend the event.
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