Synonyms for

Dominate

Verb / ˈdɑ:mʌˌneɪt / Another word for dominate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To have control or power over someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

govern control preside command rule

Informal

run the show be on top call the shots boss around

Literary

overlord reign supreme hold sway

Antonyms

submit yield obey follow defer capitulate acquiesce

Common collocations

  • dominate the market
  • dominate the game
  • dominate the discussion
  • dominate the landscape
  • dominate the competition
  • dominate the room
  • dominate the sport

Word family

noun dominance
verb dominate
adjective dominant
adverb dominantly

Usage note

Often implies a power imbalance or a strong influence. Can sometimes carry negative connotations of oppression or bullying, depending on context.

Example sentences

  1. The team was able to dominate their opponents and win the game easily.
  2. The boss tried to dominate the meeting by not letting anyone else speak.
  3. The king was able to dominate his kingdom and make all the decisions.
  4. The large corporation was able to dominate the market and drive out smaller businesses.
  5. The dictator was able to dominate his people and control everything they did.

Quotes

  • In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again. - Abraham Maslow
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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