All control synonyms
con·trol
C c noun control
- rheostat — an adjustable resistor so constructed that its resistance may be changed without opening the circuit in which it is connected, thereby controlling the current in the circuit.
- resistor — a device designed to introduce resistance into an electric circuit.
- mechanism — an assembly of moving parts performing a complete functional motion, often being part of a large machine; linkage.
- device — A device is an object that has been invented for a particular purpose, for example for recording or measuring something.
- power — a heavy blow or a loud, explosive noise.
- hegemony — leadership or predominant influence exercised by one nation over others, as in a confederation.
- running — an act or instance, or a period of running: a five-minute run before breakfast.
- mastery — command or grasp, as of a subject: a mastery of Italian.
- skill — the ability, coming from one's knowledge, practice, aptitude, etc., to do something well: Carpentry was one of his many skills.
- influence — the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract.
- handling — a part of a thing made specifically to be grasped or held by the hand.
- skilful — having or exercising skill: a skillful juggler.
- constraint — A constraint is something that limits or controls what you can do.
verb control
- operate — to work, perform, or function, as a machine does: This engine does not operate properly.
- work — Henry Clay, 1832–84, U.S. songwriter.
- use — to employ for some purpose; put into service; make use of: to use a knife.
- utilize — to put to use; turn to profitable account: to utilize a stream to power a mill.
- utilise — to put to use; turn to profitable account: to utilize a stream to power a mill.
- maneuver — a planned and regulated movement or evolution of troops, warships, etc.
- manoeuvre — a planned and regulated movement or evolution of troops, warships, etc.
- restrict — to confine or keep within limits, as of space, action, choice, intensity, or quantity.
- hold back — to elude or evade by a sudden shift of position or by strategy: to dodge a blow; to dodge a question.
- cheque — A cheque is a printed form on which you write an amount of money and who it is to be paid to. Your bank then pays the money to that person from your account.
- monopolise — to acquire, have, or exercise a monopoly of.
- organize — to form as or into a whole consisting of interdependent or coordinated parts, especially for united action: to organize a committee.
- organise — to form as or into a whole consisting of interdependent or coordinated parts, especially for united action: to organize a committee.
- oppress — to burden with cruel or unjust impositions or restraints; subject to a burdensome or harsh exercise of authority or power: a people oppressed by totalitarianism.
- dictate — If you dictate something, you say or read it aloud for someone else to write down.
- monitor — (especially formerly) a student appointed to assist in the conduct of a class or school, as to help take attendance or keep order.
- inspect — to look carefully at or over; view closely and critically: to inspect every part of the motor.
adjective control
- all-powerful — An all-powerful person or organization has the power to do anything they want.
- almighty — The Almighty is another name for God. You can also refer to Almighty God.