dominate
Meaning: To have control or power over; to be the most important or noticeable
Dominate means to have commanding influence or control over something or someone. It can describe physical control (a country dominating a region), superiority (a team dominating a sport), or prominence (a building dominating the skyline). The word implies strength, power, and overwhelming presence.
Examples
- The tech giants dominate the global market. 科技巨头主导着全球市场。Los gigantes tecnológicos dominan el mercado global.テック大手が世界市場を支配しています。거대 IT 기업들이 세계 시장을 지배하고 있습니다.
- The castle dominates the landscape for miles around. 这座城堡在周围数英里的景观中占据主导地位。El castillo domina el paisaje a kilómetros a la redonda.その城は何マイルも周囲の景観を支配しています。그 성은 수 마일에 걸쳐 주변 경관을 압도합니다.
- She completely dominated the conversation. 她完全主导了整个谈话。Ella dominó completamente la conversación.彼女は会話を完全に支配しました。그녀는 대화를 완전히 주도했습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'dominatus', past participle of 'dominari' (to rule, govern, reign over), from 'dominus' (lord, master), from 'domus' (house, home). The master of the house became the master of everything.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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