What does the idiom “To ride roughshod over” mean? (CSS MPT 2024)
To dominate or treat someone harshly without consideration
To have a bumpy ride
To treat someone with kindness and respect
To take a leisurely horseback ride
Correct Answer: (To dominate or treat someone harshly without consideration)
What does the idiom “To ride roughshod over” mean?
A. To have a bumpy ride
B. To treat someone with kindness and respect
C. To dominate or treat someone harshly without consideration
D. To take a leisurely horseback ride
Explanation:
The correct answer is C. To dominate or treat someone harshly without consideration. The idiom “to ride roughshod over” describes the act of imposing one’s will forcefully and without regard for others, often indicating a disregard for their feelings or opinions.