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dominated

 

[ ˈdɒmɪneɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in sports

To dominate means to have a commanding influence on or control over something. In sports, it refers to one team or player completely outperforming and controlling the game against their opponent.

Synonyms

control, overpower, overwhelm

Examples of usage

  • The team dominated the match from start to finish.
  • She dominated the competition and won the championship.
Context #2 | Verb

in relationships

In relationships, to dominate means to have a controlling or manipulative power over someone, often in an unhealthy or abusive way.

Synonyms

control, manipulate, oppress

Examples of usage

  • He tried to dominate her and dictate every aspect of her life.
  • The toxic relationship was characterized by one partner dominating the other.

Translations

Translations of the word "dominated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dominado

🇮🇳 प्रभुत्व प्राप्त

🇩🇪 dominiert

🇮🇩 dikuasai

🇺🇦 домінований

🇵🇱 zdominowany

🇯🇵 支配された

🇫🇷 dominé

🇪🇸 dominado

🇹🇷 hakimiyet altına alınmış

🇰🇷 지배된

🇸🇦 مهيمن

🇨🇿 dominovaný

🇸🇰 dominovaný

🇨🇳 统治的

🇸🇮 dominiran

🇮🇸 ráðandi

🇰🇿 үстемдік еткен

🇬🇪 დომინირებული

🇦🇿 üstünlük edən

🇲🇽 dominado

Word origin

The word 'dominated' comes from the Latin word 'dominatus', which means 'to rule or govern'. The concept of domination has been prevalent throughout history, from rulers dominating their subjects to sports teams dominating their opponents. The word has evolved to encompass various contexts, highlighting the power dynamics and control associated with domination.

See also: dominantly, dominate, dominating, domination, indomitable.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,317, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.