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bossiness

/bɒsɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does bossiness mean?

noun

The state or quality of being bossy; a tendency to give orders or tell others what to do in an overbearing or domineering way. This can be seen in someone who consistently tries to control or dominate others in a group or situation.

Example

"Her bossiness was starting to annoy her friends, who felt like they were being constantly told what to do."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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