Control: meaning, definitions and examples

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control

[ kənˈtrəʊl ]

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system management

The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.

Synonyms

authority, command, power

Examples of usage

The government has lost control over the situation.
She had complete control over her emotions.

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device

A device or mechanism used for regulating or guiding the operation of a machine, vehicle, or system.

Synonyms

controller, governor, regulator

Examples of usage

The car's cruise control helps maintain a constant speed on the highway.
He adjusted the temperature control on the air conditioner.

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manage

To manage, direct, or oversee in order to achieve a particular result or objective.

Synonyms

direct, manage, regulate

Examples of usage

She tried to control her anger and remain calm.
He controlled the company's finances with great skill.

Translations

Translations of the word "control" in other languages:

🇵🇹 controle

🇮🇳 नियंत्रण

🇩🇪 Kontrolle

🇮🇩 kendali

🇺🇦 контроль

🇵🇱 kontrola

🇯🇵 コントロール

🇫🇷 contrôle

🇪🇸 control

🇹🇷 kontrol

🇰🇷 통제

🇸🇦 تحكم

🇨🇿 kontrola

🇸🇰 kontrola

🇨🇳 控制

🇸🇮 nadzor

🇮🇸 stjórn

🇰🇿 бақылау

🇬🇪 კონტროლი

🇦🇿 nəzarət

🇲🇽 control

Word origin

The word 'control' originates from the late Middle English word 'contrerolle', which came from Old French 'contrerole', a variant of 'contre-rolle'. The word 'control' has been used in the English language since the 15th century. It has roots in Latin 'contra-', meaning 'against', and 'rotulus', meaning 'a roll'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass a variety of meanings related to influence, regulation, and management.