The difference between Bossy and Dictatorial

When used as adjectives, bossy means tending to give orders to others, especially when unwarranted, whereas dictatorial means of or pertaining to a dictator.


Bossy is also noun with the meaning: a cow or calf.

check bellow for the other definitions of Bossy and Dictatorial

  1. Bossy as an adjective:

    Tending to give orders to others, especially when unwarranted; domineering.

  1. Bossy as a noun (US, informal, dated):

    A cow or calf.

  1. Bossy as an adjective:

    Ornamented with bosses; studded.

  1. Dictatorial as an adjective:

    of or pertaining to a dictator

  2. Dictatorial as an adjective:

    in the manner of a dictator, usually with callous disregard for others

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