CONTROLLING
(adj.sat, verb, noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Controlling.
How to pronounce controlling:
US
Controlling - as an adjective satellite
Able to control or determine policy
Example: "A controlling interest in the firm"
Controlling - as a verb
To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.
Example: "With a simple remote, he could control the toy truck."
(construed with for) to design (an experiment) so that the effects of one or more variables are reduced or eliminated.
Controlling - as a noun
The act of exerting control.
Controlling - as an adjective
Exerting control over a person or thing.
Example: "His mother is very controlling."
Example Sentences
"She is a controlling person who always wants things done her way."
"He has a controlling nature and likes to micromanage everything."
"The teacher's controlling behavior stifles the students' creativity."
"My controlling boss never allows us to make decisions independently."
"The controlling mother-in-law constantly interferes in their relationship."
Word Game Points
Is CONTROLLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, controlling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTROLLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is CONTROLLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, controlling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTROLLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CONTROLLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, controlling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTROLLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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