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commandingly

/kəˈmæn.dɪŋ.li/
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Adjective:commanding
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• adverb

1

In a manner that shows strong authority, confidence, and control, naturally inspiring respect or obedience.

Example

"The conductor stepped onto the podium and gestured commandingly to the orchestra."

2

By a large and decisive margin, or from a prominent position of advantage.

Example

"The home team led commandingly by twenty points at the end of the first half."

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• Rhymes for commandingly

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commandment
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commemorate

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Commandingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/commandingly
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