Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bossing

Verb
/ˈbɔːsɪŋ/
Definition
The act of directing or controlling others in an authoritative manner.
Examples
  • She doesn’t like being bossing around by her older siblings.
  • The manager is always bossing his team about how to do their work.
  • Instead of bossing, try to lead by example.
Meaning
To give orders or commands to someone in a domineering way.
Synonyms
  • commanding
  • dominating
  • controlling
  • ordering
  • supervising