bossy
/ˈbɒsi/
bos · sy
ˈbɒs · i
English Definition
adj. always telling people what to do
Significado en Español
mandón, autoritario
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hống hách, độc đoán
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “bossy”:
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A
submissive
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B
domineering
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C
obedient
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D
meek
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B — domineering.
“bossy” means adj. always telling people what to do
Common questions about “bossy”
What does “bossy” mean?
bossy — adj. always telling people what to do. In Chinese: 专横的，爱指挥人的.
How do you pronounce “bossy”?
bossy is pronounced /ˈbɒsi/. It breaks into 2 syllables: bos · sy.
Is “bossy” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. bossy appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
