throwing weight around

ADJECTIVE

dictatorial

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolute arbitrary arrogant autocratic dogmatic domineering haughty imperious oppressive overbearing totalitarian

WEAK

bossy clamorous crack-the-whip despotic dictative doctrinaire egotistic firm imperative iron-handed peremptory pompous proud stern unlimited unrestricted

Antonyms

STRONGEST

democratic humble meek obedient servile submissive yielding

WEAK

docile passive

Example Sentences

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throwing weight around

No favoritism; no throwing weight around; no glory-grabbing.

From A Matter of Importance by Murray Leinster