commanding Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb be in command of
    command.
    • The general commanded a huge army
  2. verb make someone do something
    require; command.
  3. verb demand as one's due
    command.
    • This speaker commands a high fee
    • The author commands a fair hearing from his readers
  4. verb look down on
    overtop; overlook; dominate; command.
    • The villa dominates the town
  5. verb exercise authoritative control or power over
    control; command.
    • control the budget
    • Command the military forces
  6. adjective satellite used of a height or viewpoint
    dominating; overlooking.
    • a commanding view of the ocean
    • looked up at the castle dominating the countryside
    • the balcony overlooking the ballroom

WordNet

Com*mand"ing adjective
Definitions
  1. Exercising authority; actually in command; as, a commanding officer.
  2. Fitted to impress or control; as, a commanding look or presence.
  3. Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic advantages; as, a commanding position. Syn. -- Authoritative; imperative; imperious.

Webster 1913