domination

noun

dom·​i·​na·​tion ˌdä-mə-ˈnā-shən How to pronounce domination (audio)
Synonyms of dominationnext
1
: supremacy or preeminence over another
2
: exercise of mastery or ruling power
3
: exercise of preponderant, governing, or controlling influence
4
dominations plural : dominion sense 3

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auction houses battling for domination in the high-end art market the Spanish domination of the Americas in the 16th century
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Ben’s view Analysis of China is often so polarized that a casual observer might get the impression that Beijing is both an unstoppable force on the verge of global domination and a precarious dictatorship on the brink of collapse. — Ben Bland, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The Quad continues to show potential as the regional maritime coalition that could limit Chinese domination of Asian waters. — C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026 In a week, pro and college football will resume their TV domination. — Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Boys deserve role models who teach respect, not domination, and girls deserve a culture that supports their potential instead of making money from stereotypes. — Jodi Bondi Norgaard, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for domination

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of domination was in the 14th century

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“Domination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/domination. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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