control; manipulate; dominate
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesverb
to control; to restrain; to keep within limits
Used when limiting actions, numbers, or physical parameters to prevent excess or maintain order.
Please control your emotions and don't get excited.
We need to strictly control the number of attendees.
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This system can automatically control the room temperature.
The driver was unable to control the vehicle speed, resulting in an accident.
verb
to bring under one's control; to dominate; to occupy
formalOften used in military, political, economic, or colonial contexts regarding power, territory, or strategic positions.
The colonial economy was controlled by the mother country for a long time.
The military has already seized control of the commanding heights of the entire open area.
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This company controls thirty percent of the global market share.
The opposition party controls the majority of seats in parliament.