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commanding

[kuh-man-ding, -mahn-] / kəˈmæn dɪŋ, -ˈmɑn- /
ADJECTIVE
superior, authoritative
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assertive compelling decisive dominant dominating forceful imposing impressive lofty
STRONG
arresting controlling striking
WEAK
advantageous autocratic bossy dictatorial imperious in charge peremptory
Antonyms
STRONGEST
humble ineffective modest secondary subordinate unimportant unimpressive weak
WEAK
indecisive inferior unassertive uncontrolling

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A commanding 7-1 aggregate win over Bologna sealed their place in the Europa League semi-final with minimum fuss at Villa Park.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Gold.com now provides a home for leading online dealers such as JM Bullion, GovMint, Stack’s Bowers, Pinehurst Coins, and Monex, together commanding an estimated 30% share of the online North American precious-metals retail market.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Karol G finally commanding this stage was living proof it’s possible to kick that door in.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Northern Ireland's McIlroy saw his commanding lead evaporate during a dramatic day where he swung the door wide open to his rivals with a one-over par 73.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

He'd looked at his commanding officer very oddly.

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie