bossed Definition
- 1to give orders to someone in a forceful and unpleasant way
- 2to be in charge of something or someone
Using bossed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bossed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He bossed his employees around all day.
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She was bossed by her older sister when they were growing up.
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He has been bossing this project since it started.
bossed Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: bossed in Brief
The term 'bossed' [bɔst] means to give orders to someone in a forceful and unpleasant way or to be in charge of something or someone. It is often used to describe someone who dominates or controls others, as in 'He bossed his employees around all day.' Synonyms include 'dominate,' 'control,' and 'command.' Informal phrases include 'call the shots' and 'wear the pants.'
