What is a synonym for bossy?

Here are some synonyms for "bossy", depending on the nuance you want to convey:

General:

* Controlling

* Dominating

* Imperious

* Overbearing

* Dictatorial

* Authoritarian

* High-handed

* Insistent

* Pushy

* Domineering

More negative connotations:

* Tyrannical

* Oppressive

* Coercive

* Autocratic

More neutral connotations:

* Assertive (can be positive or negative depending on the context)

* Directive

* Leader-like (can be positive or negative depending on the context)

The best synonym to use will depend on the specific situation and the tone you want to convey.