Word: CONTROL
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of CONTROL
- Influence or authority over something.
"The government has complete control over the situation."
- A separate group or subject in an experiment against which the results are compared where the primary variable is low or non-existent.
- The method and means of governing the performance of any apparatus, machine or system, such as a lever, handle or button.
- To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.
"With a simple remote, he could control the toy truck."
- (construed with for) To design (an experiment) so that the effects of one or more variables are reduced or eliminated.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "control" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "control", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CONTROL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CONTROL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CONTROL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CONTROL:
- # the control effect
- # master of control
- # playing with control
- # in terms of control
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