domination
/ˌdɒməˈneɪʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: dominations
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Control by means of superior ability, influence, position, or resources; prevailing force.
Noun
Examples
First, relations of power and domination have been and continue to be significantly constitutive of social relations in modern societies.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The exercise of power in ruling; sovereignty; authority; government.
Noun
Examples
[...] thou and thine vſurpe / The Dominations, Royalties, and rights / Of this oppreſſed boy; [...]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “domination” mean?
Control by means of superior ability, influence, position, or resources; prevailing force.
Is “domination” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.