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- [ahy-ern-han-did]
- /ˈaɪ ərnˈhæn dɪd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ahy-ern-han-did]
- /ˈaɪ ərnˈhæn dɪd/
Definitions of ironhanded word
- adjective ironhanded having or governing with an iron hand. 1
- noun ironhanded Strict and dictatorial; exercising ruthless control; iron-fisted. 1
- adjective ironhanded controlling or ruling harshly or despotically 0
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Origin of ironhanded
First appearance:
before 1760 One of the 46% newest English words
First recorded in 1760-70; iron + handed
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Parts of speech for Ironhanded
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ironhanded popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 47% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for ironhanded
adj ironhanded
- overbearing — domineering; dictatorial; haughtily or rudely arrogant.
- authoritarian — If you describe a person or an organization as authoritarian, you are critical of them controlling everything rather than letting people decide things for themselves.
- dictatorial — Dictatorial means controlled or used by a dictator.
- imperious — domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing: an imperious manner; an imperious person.
- autocratic — An autocratic person or organization has complete power and makes decisions without asking anyone else's advice.
adjective ironhanded
- overwhelming — that overwhelms; overpowering: The temptation to despair may become overwhelming.
- exacting — Making great demands on one's skill, attention, or other resources.
- exigent — Pressing ; demanding.
- egotistic — Egotistical.
- disapproving — Expressing an unfavorable opinion.
Antonyms for ironhanded
adj ironhanded
- democratic — A democratic country, government, or political system is governed by representatives who are elected by the people.
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- easy — not hard or difficult; requiring no great labor or effort: a book that is easy to read; an easy victory.
- nice — pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
- gentle — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
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