How Do You Spell CONTROLLING?

Pronunciation: [kəntɹˈə͡ʊlɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "controlling" is spelled with two L's despite the fact that the stress falls on the second syllable. This is because of the rule of doubling consonants after a short vowel sound in English. The first syllable "con" has a short "o" sound, followed by the double consonant "tt", which makes the vowel sound before it short. So, even though the stress is on the second syllable, we write the double "ll" to indicate the short vowel sound in the first syllable. The IPA transcription of the word is /kənˈtroʊlɪŋ/.

CONTROLLING Meaning and Definition

  1. Controlling refers to the act or process of exerting authority, power, or influence over someone or something in order to command, manipulate, or regulate their actions, behavior, or functioning. It encompasses the ability to direct, manage, or supervise activities, resources, or individuals to achieve a desired outcome or meet specific objectives.

    In interpersonal relationships, controlling behavior often involves dominating or dictating the actions and decisions of others, ignoring their autonomy and disregarding their opinions. This may be driven by a desire to maintain power, assert dominance, or achieve personal goals at the expense of others' well-being or freedom.

    In management or organizational settings, controlling refers to the process of monitoring and regulating activities, processes, or systems to ensure they align with predetermined standards or objectives. It involves setting performance targets, establishing metrics for measurement, evaluating progress, identifying deviations, and taking corrective actions if necessary. Control mechanisms may include policies, procedures, protocols, feedback loops, or performance evaluations.

    Controlling behavior can manifest in various ways, including micro-managing, imposing strict rules or regulations, limiting autonomy, scrutinizing or criticizing others, and withholding information or resources to maintain power or authority.

    While control can be necessary and beneficial in certain contexts to ensure efficiency, productivity, or safety, controlling behavior can also be detrimental when it crosses boundaries, infringes upon individual rights, diminishes personal agency, or fosters a toxic environment.

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Etymology of CONTROLLING

The word "controlling" comes from the verb "control", which was borrowed into English from the Middle French verb "contrôler". This French term derived from the Old French word "contreroller", which was composed of two parts: "contre" meaning "against" or "opposite", and "roller" meaning "to roll or scroll". The term originally referred to the action of verifying accounts by comparing them to a written record. Over time, "control" expanded in meaning to involve various aspects of managing, governing, and having power over something or someone. From this verb, the noun form "control" emerged in the 1520s, and the present participle form "controlling" appeared later on to describe the ongoing action or process of exerting authority or influence.

Similar spelling words for CONTROLLING

Plural form of CONTROLLING is CONTROLLINGS

Conjugate verb Controlling

CONDITIONAL

I would control
we would control
you would control
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FUTURE

I will control
we will control
you will control
he/she/it will control
they will control

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have controlled
we will have controlled
you will have controlled
he/she/it will have controlled
they will have controlled

PAST

I controlled
we controlled
you controlled
he/she/it controlled
they controlled

PAST PERFECT

I had controlled
we had controlled
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they had controlled

PRESENT

I control
we control
you control
he/she/it controls
they control

PRESENT PERFECT

I have controlled
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they have controlled
I am controlling
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I was controlling
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I will be controlling
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