Commanding - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |kəˈmændɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word commanding
Brit.  |kəˈmɑːndɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word commanding
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to command

adjective

- used of a height or viewpoint (syn: dominating)
a commanding view of the ocean

Extra examples

He has a very commanding voice.

She holds a commanding lead in the polls.

Our team was in a commanding position as the game neared its end.

The castle is in a commanding position at the top of the hill.

The hill provides a commanding view of the surrounding countryside.

Papa's commanding presence

...the old citadel sits on an eminence with a commanding view of the city...

...the commanding officer's unbending reserve when dealing with subordinates...

The colonel or commanding officer approves the sentence of a regimental court-martial.

A commanding officer has complete authority over his personnel.

Through the window I could see the commanding figure of Mrs Bradshaw.

The Socialists now have a commanding lead over their opponents.

He has a commanding presence and an authoritative voice.

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