Definition of Heavy-handed
Heavy-handed
heav·y·hand·ed
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(adjective)
awkward, unskillful, or clumsy, not efficient or graceful;
e.g. The movie was rather heavy-handed in addressing a sensitive theme.
(adjective)
overly harsh or severe in nature, excessively oppressive or forceful in dealing with people or things;
e.g. The administration was criticized for being heavy-handed in passing the new regulations.
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