The difference between Controlling and Domineering

When used as nouns, controlling means the act of exerting control, whereas domineering means the act of one who domineers.

When used as adjectives, controlling means exerting control over a person or thing, whereas domineering means overbearing, dictatorial or authoritarian.

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  1. Controlling as an adjective:

    Exerting control over a person or thing.

    Examples:

    "His mother is very controlling."

  1. Controlling as a verb:

  1. Controlling as a noun:

    The act of exerting control.

  1. Domineering as a verb:

  1. Domineering as an adjective:

    overbearing, dictatorial or authoritarian

  1. Domineering as a noun:

    The act of one who domineers.

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