dominated
Definition
- Adjective:
- Harassed by persistent nagging: Being subjected to constant, annoying criticism, complaints, or demands, often to the point of feeling pressured or controlled.
- Controlled or ruled by superior authority or power: Being under the complete influence, command, or domination of a more powerful person, group, force, or idea.
Usage
- The word "dominated" describes a state where someone or something is subjected to overpowering control or persistent pressure.
- It is often used to describe relationships, situations, or systems where one element exerts overwhelming influence.
Examples
- Harassed by persistent nagging:
- The dominated husband finally agreed to buy the car just to get some peace.
- She felt dominated by her boss's constant demands for perfection.
- Controlled or ruled by superior authority or power:
- The small country was dominated by its larger neighbor for centuries.
- The discussion was dominated by the CEO's strong opinions.
Advanced Usage
- "to be dominated by": This is the most common construction, indicating the source of the control or pressure.
- His thoughts were dominated by fear of failure.
- The market is currently dominated by a few large tech companies.
Variants and Related Words
- Dominate (verb): To have a commanding influence over; to exercise control over.
- One player dominated the entire game.
- Dominant (adjective): Most important, powerful, or influential.
- The dominant culture in the region.
- Domination (noun): The exercise of control or influence over someone or something.
- The empire's domination of the seas.
Synonyms
- Controlled: Managed or regulated by an external force.
- Subjugated: Brought under complete control or domination.
- Overpowered: Overwhelmed by a superior force.
- Harassed: Subjected to aggressive pressure or intimidation.
Antonyms
- Independent: Free from external control or influence.
- Autonomous: Having self-government or the freedom to act independently.
- Uncontrolled: Not subject to restraint or regulation.
Related Phrases
- Male-dominated: Controlled or predominantly influenced by men.
- The industry has traditionally been male-dominated.
- Domineering (adjective): Asserting one's will over another in an arrogant way. (Note: This is a related but distinct word describing the person/entity exerting control, not the state of being controlled).
- He had a domineering personality that intimidated his colleagues.
Adjective
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harassed by persistent nagging
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controlled or ruled by superior authority or power
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