High-handedness (Noun)
Meaning
Overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The manager's high-handedness made it difficult for employees to approach him with concerns or suggestions.
- Her high-handedness in dealing with the waitstaff at the restaurant was off-putting to the other diners.
- The politician's high-handedness during the debate alienated many voters who felt he was talking down to them.
- The teacher's high-handedness in the classroom made it hard for students to ask questions or participate in discussions.
- The company's high-handedness in dealing with customer complaints led to a significant loss of business and reputation.
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Hyponyms
- Overbearingness
- Domineeringness
- Condescension
- Snobbism
- Disdainfulness
- Snobbery
- Contemptuousness
- Snobbishness
- Hubris
- Imperiousness
- Superiority
- Superciliousness