domineer

verb

Definition of domineernext
as in to dominate

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Recent Examples of domineer The film is set on a remote island along Croatia’s Adriatic coast where 17-year-old Julija spends her days diving for eel, longing to free herself from her domineering father, Ante. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 3 Mar. 2023 Both Houzz and the NKBA are seeing wood coming in close second to (if not surpassing) the once-domineering white vanities. — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2023 The House speakership vote left the Republican leader domineered by a select group of far-right members who secured radical rules changes and key committee spots, even usurping other Republicans who supported McCarthy from the beginning. — Prem Thakker, The New Republic, 20 Feb. 2023 There, Ned is raised by his domineering mother, Ellen (The Babadook’s Essie Davis, who’s married to Kurzel in real life), once his Irish-convict father, Red (Ben Corbett), exits the picture. — Isaac Feldberg, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2020 See All Example Sentences for domineer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for domineer
  1. dominate
  2. dictate
  3. oppress
  4. tyrannize
  5. master
Verb
  • The oversize everyday bag continues to dominate, particularly in supple suede finishes, while mini and micro bags remain relevant through playful interpretations featuring embroidery, charms and decorative details.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Although bright whites dominate the hotel’s design, the warmth of unvarnished wood furniture does much to temper its starkness, and judicious use of pops of colour – fresh greens, yellows and florals – gives visual interest to the luxe space.
    — Julia Wytrazek, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of dominate
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  • According to Los Angeles County Fire Captain Aaron Katon, industry standards dictate that a fire engine is supposed to be on the frontline for 15 years, then 10 years in a reserve fleet.
    — Jeff Nguyen, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Rather than trying to dictate the future of fashion from a pedestal, Hunt views the platform as an evolving ecosystem created to adapt alongside the wider culture.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of dictate
Verb
  • At the sectarian level, Baptists ridiculed Quakers, Presbyterians oppressed Anabaptists.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Look what women can do when they’re not abused, oppressed, and angry about being abused and oppressed!
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of oppress
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  • Among his memorable leading performances were roles as an explosive Marine pilot who tyrannizes his family in The Great Santini (1979) and as a fading, alcoholic country singer in Tender Mercies (1983), which won him a Best Actor Oscar.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 24 Feb. 2026
  • There would be plenty to celebrate if Iranians successfully replaced the Islamist regime that has tyrannized them for 45 years.
    — Jason D. Greenblatt, semafor.com, 18 June 2025
Definition of tyrannize
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  • Celebrity hairstylist Brian Magallones considers this the perfect balance between a not-too-fussy and not-too-structured chignon, a style that sounds tough to style without a professional team but is actually quite easy to master at-home.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The 73-year-old (74 as of Sunday) mastered his craft at a time when the tale had to be told in 22 minutes, with the anxious knowledge that should any of those minutes lag, viewers would simply switch channels.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of master

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“Domineer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/domineer. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

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