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- [kuh-man-ding, -mahn-]
- /kəˈmæn dɪŋ, -ˈmɑn-/
- /kəˈmɑːn.dɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh-man-ding, -mahn-]
- /kəˈmæn dɪŋ, -ˈmɑn-/
Definitions of commanding word
- adjective commanding If you are in a commanding position or situation, you are in a strong or powerful position or situation. 3
- adjective commanding If you describe someone as commanding, you mean that they are powerful and confident. 3
- graded adjective commanding If a building has a commanding position, it is high up and has good views of the surrounding area. 3
- adjective commanding being in command 3
- adjective commanding having the air of authority 3
- adjective commanding (of a position, situation, etc) exerting control 3
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Origin of commanding
First appearance:
before 1475 One of the 25% oldest English words
First recorded in 1475-85; command + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Commanding
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
commanding popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for commanding
adj commanding
- dominant — ruling, governing, or controlling; having or exerting authority or influence: dominant in the chain of command.
- impressive — having the ability to impress the mind; arousing admiration, awe, respect, etc.; moving; admirable: an impressive ceremony; an impressive appearance.
- imposing — very impressive because of great size, stately appearance, dignity, elegance, etc.: Notre Dame, Rheims, and other imposing cathedrals of France.
- assertive — Someone who is assertive states their needs and opinions clearly, so that people take notice.
- forceful — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
adjective commanding
- strong — having, showing, or able to exert great bodily or muscular power; physically vigorous or robust: a strong boy.
- powerful — physically strong, as a person: a large, powerful athlete.
- authoritative — Someone or something that is authoritative gives an impression of power and importance and is likely to be obeyed.
- unassailable — not open to attack or assault, as by military force or argument: unassailable fortifications; unassailable logic.
- masterful — dominating; self-willed; imperious.
Antonyms for commanding
adj commanding
- subordinate — placed in or belonging to a lower order or rank.
- ineffective — not effective; not producing results; ineffectual: ineffective efforts; ineffective remedies.
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- indecisive — characterized by indecision, as persons; irresolute; undecided.
- humble — not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful.
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