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- [kuh n-trohl]
- /kənˈtroʊl/
- /kənˈtrəʊlɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-trohl]
- /kənˈtroʊl/
Definitions of controlling word
- adjective controlling having or attempting to exert control 3
- adjective controlling trying to control others' behaviour in an inappropriate way 3
- verb with object controlling to exercise restraint or direction over; dominate; command: The car is difficult to control at high speeds. That zone is controlled by enemy troops. 1
- verb with object controlling to hold in check; curb: to control a horse; to control one's emotions. 1
- verb with object controlling to test or verify (a scientific experiment) by a parallel experiment or other standard of comparison. 1
- verb with object controlling to eliminate or prevent the flourishing or spread of: to control a forest fire. 1
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Origin of controlling
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English co(u)ntrollen (v.) < Anglo-French contreroller to keep a duplicate account or roll, derivative of contrerolle (noun). See counter-, roll
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Parts of speech for Controlling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
controlling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
controlling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for controlling
adj controlling
- governing — to rule over by right of authority: to govern a nation.
- predominant — having ascendancy, power, authority, or influence over others; preeminent.
- ruling — a principle or regulation governing conduct, action, procedure, arrangement, etc.: the rules of chess.
adjective controlling
- regulatory — to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc.: to regulate household expenses.
- supervisory — of, relating to, or having supervision.
- monitoring — (especially formerly) a student appointed to assist in the conduct of a class or school, as to help take attendance or keep order.
- directing — to manage or guide by advice, helpful information, instruction, etc.: He directed the company through a difficult time.
- adjusting — Alter or move (something) slightly in order to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.
noun controlling
- running — an act or instance, or a period of running: a five-minute run before breakfast.
- operation — an act or instance, process, or manner of functioning or operating.
- conduct — When you conduct an activity or task, you organize it and carry it out.
- management — the act or manner of managing; handling, direction, or control.
Antonyms for controlling
adjective controlling
- subservient — serving or acting in a subordinate capacity; subordinate.
- at one's mercy — compassionate or kindly forbearance shown toward an offender, an enemy, or other person in one's power; compassion, pity, or benevolence: Have mercy on the poor sinner.
- sycophantic — a self-seeking, servile flatterer; fawning parasite.
- adjuvant — aiding or assisting
- in one's pocket — a shaped piece of fabric attached inside or outside a garment and forming a pouch used especially for carrying small articles.
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