domineer

[ dom-uh-neer ]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to rule arbitrarily or despotically; tyrannize.
2. to tower; to tower over or above:

   The castle domineers the town.

domineer

/ ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə /

verb

1. introften foll byover to act with arrogance or tyranny; behave imperiously

Word History and Origins

Origin of domineer¹

First recorded in 1585–95; from Dutch domineren, from French dominer, from Latin dominārī, equivalent to domin(us) “lord” + -ārī infinitive suffix

Word History and Origins

Origin of domineer¹

C16: from Dutch domineren, from French dominer to dominate

Example Sentences

Compose a sentence containing the word "domineer."

From Literature

In Michigan, where Mr. Trump’s attempts to domineer the Republican Party have encountered some notable setbacks, Representative Peter Meijer has drawn the wrath of the former president.

From New York Times

In Michigan, where Mr. Trump’s attempts to domineer the Republican Party have encountered some notable setbacks, Representative Peter Meijer has drawn the wrath of the former president.

From New York Times

But in seeking to domineer Europe, even if only over the question of relations to Ukraine, “There’s a risk of pushing Europe together, of amplifying more hawkish voices and capitals,” said Emma Ashford, who studies European security issues at The Atlantic Council research group.

From New York Times

Government mandates are currently only allowing 1,200 Venezuelans to come back per week, leaving many stranded for unknown periods of time – and with little choice but to embark on an unofficial jaunt home, which entails paying criminal enterprises that domineer the porous crossings.

From Fox News