Definitions

1. noun

the practice or system of rule by a boss or a small group of bosses, often characterized by authoritarianism or autocracy.

“The company’s culture of bossism led to low employee morale and high turnover rates.”

2. noun

a situation or condition in which one person or group has excessive control or dominance over others.

“The bossism in the workplace was evident in the way the manager made all the decisions without consulting his employees.”