commanding

1. 1
   adjective

   So strong and impressive that it clearly stands out.

   Like a runner so far ahead that no one else can catch up.

   The team built a commanding lead before halftime.

   She gave a commanding performance that won over the whole crowd.

   Similardominant, decisive, strong, unassailable, comfortable

   Oppositeslim, narrow, slight

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2. 2
   adjective

   High up and looking out over a wide area below.

   Like standing on a hilltop where you can see everything around you.

   The castle has a commanding view of the whole valley.

   Their house sits in a commanding spot above the bay.

   Similardominant, elevated, lofty, prominent

   Oppositelow-lying

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3. 3
   adjective

   Liking to tell other people what to do in a strong way.

   Like a boss who always tells everyone exactly what to do.

   The drill sergeant barked orders in a commanding tone.

   Her commanding manner left no room for argument.

   Similarauthoritative, imperious, domineering, assertive, masterful

   Oppositemeek, timid, submissive, diffident

4. 4
   verb

   Present participle of command. Use this form for an action happening right now.

   The officer is commanding the troops from the front line.

   She was commanding the ship when the storm hit.

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5. 5
   noununcountable

   The act of telling someone what they must do.

   Like being the person who gives all the orders.

   The commanding of large armies takes great skill.

   Good leadership is more than the commanding of others.

   Similardirection, leadership, control

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