Heavy-handed ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Heavy-handed ( adjective )

1. Using excessive force or harsh measures.
2. Lacking subtlety or tact.

Origin:

Origin from heavy + handed.

Examples:

1. The government's heavy-handed approach to civil liberties sparked widespread protests.
2. The critics accused the director of a heavy-handed interpretation of the play.
3. The teacher's heavy-handed discipline left the students feeling demotivated.
4. The new law enforcement tactics have been criticized as heavy-handed and likely to lead to more violence.
5. The critic accuse the new CEO of being heavy-handed in his management style.

(As an adverb)

Heavy-handed ( adverb )

1. Using excessive force or harsh measures.
2. Lacking subtlety or tact.

Origin:

Origin from heavy + handed.

Examples:

1. The government's heavy-handed approach to civil liberties sparked widespread protests.
2. The critics accused the director of a heavy-handed interpretation of the play.
3. The teacher's heavy-handed discipline left the students feeling demotivated.
4. The new law enforcement tactics have been criticized as heavy-handed and likely to lead to more violence.
5. The critic accuse the new CEO of being heavy-handed in his management style.