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Having or characterized by authority, or the air of authority
“With a commanding order to Jackson, the three stripped the costly Turkish rugs from the lounges and blankets from the beds.”
Being of principal rank, status or importance
“The person who authorized it was, in fact, acting as the commanding officer, although he may not have possessed that title.”
In a dominant or more favorable position
“He really stepped on the gas, racing up the far side where he held a commanding lead.”
Showy, bold or audacious in behavior or appearance
“In this building, which considerably exceeds the municipal height limitation, the city has a commanding monument to symbolize its majesty.”
Having authority over the policies, actions, and affairs of a state or organization
Grand and impressive in appearance
Boldly self-assured or confident
Having great power, especially to influence or effect something
With a wide view
Being the leader or responsible for a task or group of people
Being the authoritative or definitive source of, or reference for
Required or commanded by authority
Formidable, especially as an opponent
Disdainful or condescending in nature
The process or activity of running a business, organization, etc.
An act of identifying something precisely or of stating a precise requirement
Higher in grade, rank, status, or position
Present participle for to give an authoritative or peremptory order
“As your father, I hereby command you to eat your Brussels Sprouts!”
Present participle for to direct, handle, control, or be in charge of
“Viserys will never become King of Westeros because he couldn't command an army even if Drogo gave him one.”
Present participle for to be in a strong enough position to have or secure (something)
“The ministers hold office by virtue of their ability to command the support of a majority of members.”
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