Controlling
11 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The present participle of control, meaning to exercise influence or authority over something or to limit or regulate. Can also function as an adjective meaning exercising excessive control.
“The central bank is controlling inflation by adjusting interest rates and monetary policy.”
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Syllables
con·trol·ling
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Contains double L; features the -ING ending pattern
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Worth 16 points; solid word with good letter combinations
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