controlling

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English

Definitions

verb

To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.“With a simple remote, he could control the toy truck.”
(construed with for) To design (an experiment) so that the effects of one or more variables are reduced or eliminated.

noun

The act of exerting control.

adjective

Exerting control over a person or thing.“His mother is very controlling.”

Related words

Synonyms

besteer bewield manage puppeteer rule ctrl.dominant domineering manipulative command domination controller mastery surveillance monitor proficiency oversee inspection

Antonyms

defy rebel resist obey submit

Associated

stake shareholder interest shares controls controlled flow share factors interests control ownership

Rhymes

consoling strolling yowling cajoling extolling tolling rolling growling polling patrolling

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