highhanded

Adjective

Meaning

highhanded (comparative more highhanded, superlative most highhanded)

Alternative spelling of high-handed

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

arbitrary autocratic tyrannical overbearing domineering peremptory imperious magisterial high-tension

Examples

As things stand now the feudal lords are content to look on while the shogunate carries on in a highhanded manner. Neither the lords nor the shogun can be depended upon, and so our only hope lies in grass-roots heroes. Yoshida Shoin

Close letter words and terms

highgate Highgate resin Highgrove highhandedly highhandedness highhearted