Control

usgb/kənˈtrəʊl/
noun

The power to make decisions or direct things.

She has control over the department's budget.
Visual representation of "control" - The power to make decisions or direct things.

Often appears as...

  • take control
  • lose control
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Authority Aspect

Often implies responsibility for making important decisions or policies.

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As CEO, she has control over company operations.
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Power Dynamics

Can suggest superiority or dominance in a relationship or situation.

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The manager's control over the team's schedule is absolute.
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Emotional Weight

In personal contexts, having or losing control can be emotionally significant.

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He maintained control during the stressful negotiation.
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