domination
do-muh-NAY-shuhn
Domination (noun) means Control or power over someone or something, especially when total or overwhelming. Example: “The empire's domination of the region lasted three centuries.”
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Control or power over someone or something, especially when total or overwhelming.
"The empire's domination of the region lasted three centuries."
"The team's domination of the league was total, losing not a single game."
"The company's domination of the market left little room for small rivals."
How to use domination
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing completely in charge or in control, often to the point of overpowering everyone else.
Common pairings
world domination
market domination
total domination
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Word forms
- Plural
- dominations
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Etymology
From Old French domination, from Latin dominatio, "rule, mastery," from dominari, "to rule."
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Rhymes for domination
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “domination” mean?
The word “domination” means control or power over someone or something, especially when total or overwhelming. In plain terms, being completely in charge or in control, often to the point of overpowering everyone else.
How do you pronounce “domination”?
“Domination” is pronounced do-muh-NAY-shuhn (/ˌdɑːməˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “domination” in a sentence?
Here is “domination” used in a sentence: “The empire's domination of the region lasted three centuries.”
What part of speech is “domination”?
“Domination” is a noun.
Where does the word “domination” come from?
The word “domination” comes from Latin. From Old French domination, from Latin dominatio, "rule, mastery," from dominari, "to rule.".
Is “domination” a common word?
“Domination” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
What is the difference between domination and dominance?
"Domination" refers to control or power over someone or something, especially when total or overwhelming, emphasizing the exercise of that control. "Dominance" refers more to the state of being the most powerful or influential, without necessarily implying the same degree of active control.
Is domination always a negative concept?
Domination often carries a negative connotation because it implies total or overwhelming control over someone or something, which can suggest oppression. However, it can also be used more neutrally, such as describing a team's overwhelming performance in a game.
What is the difference between domination and leadership?
Leadership typically implies guiding others with their cooperation, while domination implies control or power that is total or overwhelming, often without the same emphasis on consent or cooperation.
