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domineered

 

[ ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

power dynamics

To domineer means to exercise controlling power or influence over someone or something in a harsh or arrogant manner. This term often implies an overpowering or overbearing attitude, where one asserts dominance over others without regard for their feelings or autonomy.

Synonyms

control, dictate, dominate, overbear

Examples of usage

  • She domineered over her team in meetings.
  • He has a tendency to domineer his younger siblings.
  • The manager was criticized for domineering his employees.

Translations

Translations of the word "domineered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dominar

🇮🇳 सत्ता करना

🇩🇪 beherrschen

🇮🇩 menguasai

🇺🇦 панувати

🇵🇱 dominować

🇯🇵 支配する

🇫🇷 dominer

🇪🇸 dominar

🇹🇷 baskın çıkmak

🇰🇷 지배하다

🇸🇦 يسيطر

🇨🇿 dominovat

🇸🇰 dominovať

🇨🇳 主宰

🇸🇮 prevladovati

🇮🇸 ráðandi

🇰🇿 билік жүргізу

🇬🇪 გამარჯვება

🇦🇿 höküm sürmək

🇲🇽 dominar

Etymology

The verb 'domineer' emerges from the Middle English term 'domineeren', which is derived from the Latin verb 'dominare', meaning 'to rule or dominate'. The root 'dominus' translates to 'lord' or 'master'. Historically, the word has been used to describe someone who exerts oppressive authority. The connotation of domineering behavior often carries a negative implication, signaling someone who does not simply lead but imposes their will on others. Over time, the usage of the term has aligned with discussions around power dynamics, particularly in relationships, work environments, and social hierarchies, portraying those who possess authority as potentially overstepping their bounds.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,488, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.