bossy
|bos-sy|
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🇺🇸
/ˈbɔːsi/
🇬🇧
/ˈbɒsi/
domineering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bossy' originates from the English word 'boss', which itself comes from the Dutch word 'baas', meaning 'master'.
Historical Evolution
'boss' was adopted into English in the 17th century and evolved into 'bossy' to describe someone who acts like a boss.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'acting like a boss', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'overly authoritative or domineering'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
overly authoritative or domineering.
She can be quite bossy at times, always telling others what to do.
Synonyms
Antonyms
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40