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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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Some see “Euphoria” as too big to fail, a brand with enough residual heat to dominate conversation on arrival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

In a report on Tuesday, Poonawala predicted that “three C’s” would dominate bank executives’ earnings calls next week.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Koike is the public face of Japan’s multibillion-dollar effort to muscle back into an industry it used to dominate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“And sometimes no. Completely depends on the circumstance. If you want to defuse an emotional situation, use the neutral expression. If you're under attack, dominate with the eyes. All right, Mila, you’re next. Ready?”

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee