• (in military contexts) having a position of authority

• (of a place or position) dominating from above; giving a wide view of an area

• give an authoritative or peremptory order

Synonyms: order, give orders to, give the order to, tell, direct, instruct, call on, enjoin, adjure, charge, require, prescribe

• dominate (a strategic position) from a superior height

Synonyms: be in charge of, be in command of, have charge of, have control of, be the leader of, be the boss of, preside over, be in authority over, hold sway over

• be in a strong enough position to have or secure

Synonyms: receive, be given, get, gain, obtain, secure