Definitions

bossy

[baw-see, bos-ee] / ˈbɔ si, ˈbɒs i /

ADJECTIVE

domineering

Synonyms

STRONGEST

imperious overbearing pushy

WEAK

authoritarian commanding controlling despotic dictatorial high-handed iron-handed oppressive overpowering strict tyrannical

Antonyms

STRONGEST

modest

Example Sentences

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In some ways she was loud and bossy and not always considerate, but on the other hand she was so full of energy and fun and playful.

From Literature

The prince of the Red Woods, while having a tendency to be a little mean and bossy, could be fun to have around.

From Literature

A not-dumb question popped into the boy’s head: Are you competing for bossiest person of the year?

From Literature

“I guess she had to be bossy if she was looking after babies.”

From Literature

“She’s so bossy and she’s really forward,” said Davis.

From Los Angeles Times