Dominate: meaning, definitions and examples

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dominate

[ ˈdɒmɪneɪt ]

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in a competitive situation

to have control or power over someone or something. To be the most important or powerful. To win easily against someone. To be the best or most successful.

Synonyms

command, control, excel, outperform, overpower

Examples of usage

He dominated the race from start to finish.
She dominates the business world with her innovative ideas.
The champion dominated his opponent in the final match.
The team continues to dominate the league with their unbeatable performance.
The company dominates the market with its cutting-edge technology.

Translations

Translations of the word "dominate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dominar

🇮🇳 प्रभुत्व जमाना

🇩🇪 dominieren

🇮🇩 mendominasi

🇺🇦 домінувати

🇵🇱 dominować

🇯🇵 支配する (shihai suru)

🇫🇷 dominer

🇪🇸 dominar

🇹🇷 hakim olmak

🇰🇷 지배하다 (jibae hada)

🇸🇦 يسيطر (yusaytir)

🇨🇿 dominovat

🇸🇰 dominovať

🇨🇳 统治 (tǒngzhì)

🇸🇮 dominirati

🇮🇸 ráða yfir

🇰🇿 үстемдік ету

🇬🇪 დომინირება (dominireba)

🇦🇿 üstünlük etmək

🇲🇽 dominar

Word origin

The word 'dominate' originates from the Latin word 'dominatus', which means 'to rule or govern'. It has been used in the English language since the late 16th century. The concept of dominance has been prevalent in various aspects of human society, from politics to sports. The ability to dominate indicates power, authority, and influence over others.