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Definition heavy-handed in British English

heavy-handed adjective

adjective
/ˌhevi ˈhændɪd/
1

using too much force, or not considering people's feelings enough when dealing with a situation

Synonyms and related words
inconsiderate insensitive insensible
Example

heavy-handed architecture

Synonyms and related words
clumsy awkward ungainly incompetent incapable awful
Definition heavy-handed in British English