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heavy-handed

/ˌhevi ˈhændɪd/adjective

उच्चारण हेवी हैन्डिड

सख़्त, कठोर, दमनकारी

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adjective
  1. 1

    disapproving

    using force or authority in a way that is too strong and does not show care for other people's feelings

    सख़्त, कठोर, दमनकारी

    • The police were criticised for their heavy-handed treatment of the protesters.
    • The manager's heavy-handed approach upset the staff.

    Synonyms harsh oppressive high-handed overbearing

    Opposite gentle tactful

  2. 2

    not careful or skilful, especially when using your hands

    (हाथ से काम करने में) भद्दा, लापरवाह

    • Don't be so heavy-handed with the salt.

    Synonyms clumsy