Antonyms for play first fiddle
| Grammar : Verb |
Definition of play first fiddle
- As in rule the roost : verb be in charge of a place
- As in preponderate : verb dominate
- As in dominate : verb govern, rule
Synonyms for play first fiddle
- boss
- call the shots
- command
- control
- crack the whip
- detract from
- dictate
- direct
- domineer
- eclipse
- handle
- have one's way
- have upper hand
- head
- hold sway over
- influence
- keep under thumb
- lay down the law
- lead
- lead by the nose
- manage
- monopolize
- outshine
- overbear
- overrule
- overshadow
- play first fiddle
- predominate
- preponderate
- prevail
- prevail over
- reign
- reign supreme
- ride herd
- rule
- rule the roost
- run
- run the show
- sit on top of
- subject
- subjugate
- superabound
- sway
- tyrannize
- wear the pants
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