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dominate

/ˈdɒmɪneɪt/  ·  say it: DOM·uh·nayt

to have control over

In Actions & Behavior

In more detail

1. (verb) to have the most power or control over someone or something

2. (verb) to be the most noticeable or important thing in a place or situation

3. (verb) to win easily or play much better than opponents in a game or competition

Examples

• The largest company dominates the market in that industry.
• The tall mountain dominates the landscape of the valley.
• Our team dominated the first half of the match and won 5–0.

Nearby in Actions & Behavior

incite, quell, subdue, dictate, govern, manipulate