Synonyms of CONTROL

noun - a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment

noun - the state that exists when one person or group has power over another

noun - discipline in personal and social activities

noun - great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity

noun - a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine

verb - exercise authoritative control or power over

verb - lessen the intensity of

verb - handle and cause to function

verb - control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage

verb - check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard

verb - be careful or certain to do something

verb - have a firm understanding or knowledge of

Synonyms of CONTROL