驭
drive; ride; control; command
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to drive; to ride; to control (horses or carriages)
Originally refers to controlling horses and carriages, extended to mean controlling any vehicle or mount.
He skillfully drove the carriage through the narrow streets.
This rider can easily control the horse.
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The driver urged the carriage into the city.
Learning to drive a carriage requires patience and skill.
He can ride a horse galloping across the grasslands.
verb
to command; to control; to govern (subordinates)
literaryLiterary usage, often referring to managing or ruling over people, especially subordinates.
This leader failed to properly govern his subordinates, resulting in team chaos.
Ancient generals were skilled at commanding their men, and soldiers were all willing to die for them.
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The art of governing people lies in balancing kindness with authority.
Though talented, he was too lenient with his subordinates and ultimately failed.
Those who were skilled at leadership in ancient times could win people's hearts.