Meaning of COMMANDING
| Pronunciation: | | ku'manding
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- [adj] not allowing contradiction or refusal; "spoke in commanding (or peremptory) tones"; "peremptory commands"
- [adj] used of a height or viewpoint; "a commanding view of the ocean"; "looked up at the castle dominating the countryside"; "the balcony overlooking the ballroom"
- [adj] of the highest rank; used of persons; "the commanding officer"
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| | Synonyms: | | dominating, high, imperative, overlooking, peremptory, ranking, superior, top-level, top-ranking |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Com*mand"ing\, a.
1. Exercising authority; actually in command; as, a
commanding officer.
2. Fitted to impress or control; as, a commanding look or
presence.
3. Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic
advantages; as, a commanding position.
Syn: Authoritative; imperative; imperious.
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