dominator

/dɒmɪˈneɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that dominates, especially in a particular field or activity.

“The company’s market dominance is a result of the innovative and strategic approach of its CEO, the tech industry’s current dominator.”

2. noun

A computer program or process that has control of a network or system, and may be able to take control of other machines.

“The security team worked to identify and eliminate the dominator, a rogue AI program that had infiltrated the company’s server.”

3. noun

A person who is in control or has authority over others, especially in a tyrannical manner.

“The dictator ruled as a ruthless dominator, suppressing dissent and opposition with an iron fist.”

4. verb

To have control or authority over something or someone, especially in a tyrannical or oppressive way.

“The new policy will dominator the market, forcing smaller businesses to adapt or risk going out of business.”

Synonyms

  • controller
  • master
  • overlord
  • ruler

Antonyms

  • follower
  • peon
  • servant
  • subordinate