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commanding

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kəˈmændɪŋ/ · UK /kəˈmɑːndɪŋ/

commanding means: So impressive or strong that it stands out above others.

adjective

IMPRESSIVEC1

So impressive or strong that it stands out above others.

  • The team took a commanding lead.
  • Her commanding presence filled the room.
  • The castle is a commanding structure.

Similar words: dominant, imposing

Common phrases: commanding lead, commanding presence, commanding performance

Questions about commanding

What does commanding mean?

So impressive or strong that it stands out above others.

What is commanding in other languages?

Türkçe: baskın · Español: dominante · Français: dominant · Deutsch: überlegen · Italiano: dominante · 日本語: 圧倒的な

How do you pronounce commanding?

In American English /kəˈmændɪŋ/; in British English /kəˈmɑːndɪŋ/.

How do you use commanding in a sentence?

The team took a commanding lead. Her commanding presence filled the room.

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