22
dictatorial(adjective, over, arbitrary, oppressive, domineering)
20
autocratic(adjective, aloof, pretentious, oppressive, cavalier)
20
tyrannical(adjective, absolute, dominant, arbitrary, oppressive)
17
domineering(adjective, superior, aloof, pretentious, over)
17
imperious(adjective, superior, aloof, pretentious, over)
17
magisterial(adjective, superior, noble, absolute, over)
16
overbearing(adjective, superior, aloof, pretentious, over)
15
peremptory(adjective, aloof, pretentious, over, oppressive)
14
arrogant(adjective, cool, superior, haughty, oppressive)
13
despotic(adjective, superior, noble, oppressive, domineering)
13
commanding(adjective, domineering, assertive)
12
authoritarian(adjective, over, dominant, oppressive, domineering)
12
high-handed(adjective, aloof, pretentious, oppressive, cavalier)
11
lordly(adjective, superior, noble, aloof, pretentious)
10
contemptuous(aloof, pretentious, arrogant, lofty, haughty)
9
authoritative(adjective, assertive)
7
arbitrary(adjective, dictatorial)
7
dominant(adjective, strong, superior, forceful, impressive)
7
masterful(adjective, over)
7
dominating
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