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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."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTROLLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, controlling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
CONTROLLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is CONTROLLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, controlling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTROLLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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