domination — the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdɑːməˈneɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The cat's domination over the dog was hilarious to watch.
- Social media's domination of modern communication is undeniable.
- His wife's domination of household decisions was both feared and respected by the neighbors.
domination
NOUN[/ˌdɑːməˈneɪʃən/]
the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
The champion's total domination left the crowd speechless in the arena.
From this station, his domination reaches every nation!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin dominari (to rule, master), which stems from the root dominus (master, lord). The word originated in ancient Rome from the power relationship between masters and slaves, reflecting hierarchical authority structures.
Breakdown
domin- (master, lord, from Latin dominus) + -ation (action, state, process). The suffix -ation transforms the verb dominari into a noun expressing the act or condition of ruling.
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📝Examples
“The cat's domination over the dog was hilarious to watch.”
“Social media's domination of modern communication is undeniable.”
“His wife's domination of household decisions was both feared and respected by the neighbors.”
“The company achieved market domination through innovative technology.”
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