control (Meaning)

Wordnet

control (n)

power to direct or determine

a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another

(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc

a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment

the activity of managing or exerting control over something

the state that exists when one person or group has power over another

discipline in personal and social activities

great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity

a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine

a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance

the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.

Wordnet

control (v)

exercise authoritative control or power over

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

handle and cause to function

maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage

check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard

place under restrictions; limit access to by law

verify by using a duplicate register for comparison

be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of

Webster

control (n.)

The complete apparatus used to control a mechanism or machine in operation, as a flying machine in flight;

the mechanism controlling the rudders and ailerons.

Any of the physical factors determining the climate of any particular place, as latitude,distribution of land and water, altitude, exposure, prevailing winds, permanent high- or low-barometric-pressure areas, ocean currents, mountain barriers, soil, and vegetation.

control Sentence Examples

  1. She struggled to maintain control of her emotions during the stressful situation.
  2. The pilot quickly regained control of the aircraft after encountering turbulence.
  3. The teacher used a firm tone to assert control over the unruly class.
  4. It's important to have control over your finances to avoid unnecessary debt.
  5. He exerted control over the company by holding the majority of shares.
  6. The medication helped him gain better control over his chronic pain.
  7. The dictator ruled with an iron fist, exercising control over every aspect of people's lives.
  8. She carefully adjusted the settings on the machine to maintain precise control over its operation.
  9. The athlete demonstrated exceptional control over her movements during the performance.
  10. The government implemented measures to tighten control over immigration policies.

FAQs About the word control

power to direct or determine, a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another, (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function

controller, regulator,, key, dial, knob, button, selector,switch, lever

weakness, helplessness, weakness, helplessness, powerlessness,impotence, powerlessness, impotence, impotency,impotency

She struggled to maintain control of her emotions during the stressful situation.

The pilot quickly regained control of the aircraft after encountering turbulence.

The teacher used a firm tone to assert control over the unruly class.

It's important to have control over your finances to avoid unnecessary debt.