a. | 1. | Exercising authority; actually in command; |
2. | Fitted to impress or control; | |
3. | Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic advantages; |
Adj. | 1. | commanding - of the highest rank; used of persons; "the commanding officer" |
2. | commanding - used of a height or viewpoint; "a commanding view of the ocean"; "looked up at the castle dominating the countryside"; "the balcony overlooking the ballroom" Synonyms: overlooking, dominating |