Definitions of commanding

1. COMMANDINGLY.

2. Fitted to impress or influence; authoritative; overlooking.

3. not allowing contradiction or refusal; " spoke in commanding ( or peremptory) tones"; " peremptory commands"

4. 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"

5. Fitted to impress or control; as, a commanding look or presence.

6. Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic advantages; as, a commanding position.

7. Fitted to impress or control.

8. Authoritative; imposing.

9. Fitted to command; authoritative; dignified.

10. Having command; influencing authoritatively; dignifled; dominating; domincering.