Dominion — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /də-ˈmi-nyən/ do·min·ion

Meaning & Definition of Dominion

Dominion (noun)

  1. domain
  2. supreme authority, sovereignty
  3. an order of angels

Dominion (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. controlling power or influence over others

    "in the Bible, man is given dominion over all the animals"

    similar: ascendance, ascendancy, dominance, domination, hegemony, imperium, predominance, predominancy, preeminence, reign, sovereignty, supremacy
    related: primacy, superiority, lordship, scepter, arm, authority, choke hold, clutch, command, control, grip, hold, mastery, sway, takeover, direction, jurisdiction, management, clout, might, pull, weight, eminence, importance, moment, prerogative, privilege, right
    near: helplessness, weakness, impotence, impotency, powerlessness

  2. the right or means to command or control others

    "was granted dominion over the household servants"

    similar: arm, authority, clutch, command, control, death grip, grip, hold, mastery, power, reign, rein(s), sway
    related: clout, influence, leverage, pull, voice, weight, jurisdiction, direction, management, dominance, imperium, predominance, sovereignty, supremacy, prerogative, privilege, right, eminence, importance, moment
    opposite: impotence, impotency, powerlessness
    near: helplessness, weakness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dominion

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dominion:

ascendance, ascendancy, dominance, domination, hegemony, imperium, predominance, predominancy, preeminence, reign, sovereignty, supremacy, arm, authority, clutch, command, control, death grip, grip, hold, mastery, power, rein(s), sway

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Dominion

Words with the opposite meaning of Dominion:

impotence, impotency, powerlessness

Related Words for Dominion

primacy, superiority, lordship, scepter, choke hold, takeover, direction, jurisdiction, management, clout, might, pull, weight, eminence, importance, moment, prerogative, privilege, right, influence, leverage, voice

Near Antonyms of Dominion

helplessness, weakness

Origin & Etymology of Dominion

Middle English dominioun, from Middle French dominion, modification of Latin dominium, from dominus see dominical

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Dominion

Dominion Day, interdominion

Frequently Asked Questions about Dominion

What does "Dominion" mean?

"Dominion" means domain. As a noun, it is defined as: domain. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Dominion"?

Other words for "Dominion" include ascendance, ascendancy, dominance, domination, hegemony, imperium, predominance and predominancy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dominion" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dominion"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dominion". Common alternatives include ascendance, ascendancy, dominance, domination, hegemony, imperium, predominance, predominancy, preeminence and reign.

What is the opposite of "Dominion"?

Antonyms of "Dominion" include impotence, impotency and powerlessness. Near antonyms include helplessness and weakness.

How do you use "Dominion" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dominion" in a sentence: "in the Bible, man is given dominion over all the animals"; "was granted dominion over the household servants".

Is "Dominion" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dominion" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Dominion"?

"Dominion" is pronounced /də-ˈmi-nyən/ and divided into syllables as do·min·ion.

What is the origin of the word "Dominion"?

"Dominion" comes from Middle English dominioun, from Middle French dominion, modification of Latin dominium, from dominus see dominical. First known use: 14th century.