dominate

[dom-uh-neyt] / ˈdɒm əˌneɪt /

VERB

govern, rule

Synonyms

STRONGEST

command control dictate influence lead manage monopolize overshadow prevail run

STRONG

boss direct domineer eclipse handle head outshine overbear overrule predominate preponderate reign subject subjugate sway tyrannize

WEAK

call the shots detract from have one's way have upper hand hold sway over keep under thumb lay down the law lead by the nose play first fiddle prevail over rule the roost run the show sit on top of superabound

Antonyms

STRONGEST

follow lose obey

STRONG

mismanage neglect submit

WEAK

be below go along surrender yield

VERB

tower above

Synonyms

STRONG

bestride overlie overlook overtop survey

WEAK

look down upon loom over stand over

Antonyms

WEAK

be below follow go along submit surrender yield

Example Sentences

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Even with these advanced features, chelicerates did not immediately dominate marine ecosystems.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Military men are also likely to dominate the new government when it is formed.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The defense industry is being disrupted by privately held unicorns that want to morph into a new set of “neo-primes,” aiming to dominate in a world where autonomous systems are critical.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Streamers continue to dominate the digital distribution market with rising monthly subscription fees , more consumers choosing subscriptions with ads, and platforms expanding their global reach.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

I try to jump-start her by asking, “So did Vanessa dominate the four hundred?”

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

dominate

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