adj

commanding

kuh-MAHN-dihng

adj

Having an air of authority; impressive and dominant.

"He had a commanding presence that filled the whole room."

"She spoke in a commanding tone that left no room for argument."

Occupying a high or dominant position that offers a wide view or advantage.

"The castle sits on a commanding hilltop overlooking the valley."

How to Use Commanding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAuthoritative and impressive, or (of a position) high up and dominant.

Common pairings

commanding presence commanding lead commanding view

more commanding comparative, commandings plural, most commanding superlative

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He had a _____ presence that filled the whole room.

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