Highhanded (adjective)

Overbearing, arrogant, or domineering; acting without regard for others' rights or feelings.

Origin:

The word "highhanded" comes from the word "high" meaning powerful or superior and "handed" meaning having control or power over something.

Examples:

1. The manager's highhanded behavior made the employees feel demotivated.
2. The highhanded decision to close the factory was met with protests.
3. The highhanded attitude of the government officials made citizens feel oppressed.
4. His highhanded manner made it difficult for others to work with him.
5. The highhanded way in which the rules were enforced made the students resentful.