Definition of commanding Commanding

/kʌmæˈndɪŋ/ - [kumanding] - com•mand•ing

We found 10 definitions of commanding from 5 different sources.

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What does commanding mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

commanding - 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"
  dominating, overlooking
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • commanding (Verb)
    present Present participle of to command.
  • commanding (Adjective)
    Tending to give commands, authoritarian.
  • commanding (Adjective)
    Impressively dominant.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • commanding (p. pr. & vb. n.)
    of Command
  • commanding (a.)
    Exercising authority; actually in command; as, a commanding officer.
  • commanding (a.)
    Fitted to impress or control; as, a commanding look or presence.
  • commanding (a.)
    Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic advantages; as, a commanding position.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • commanding
    Being in command.

Part of speech

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  • commanding, verb, gerund of command (infinitive).

Pronunciation

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