control freak

American  

1. a person having a strong need for control over people or situations.

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control freak British  

noun

1. a person with an obsessive need to be in control of what is happening

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Etymology

Origin of control freak

1975–80

Example Sentences

I used to be a control freak where everything needed to be perfect.

From Los Angeles Times

The book — which demystifies ancient concepts from Stoicism, Buddhism and Greek philosophy for modern, plugged-in, multitasking audiences — arose that evening, when Robbins says she was “being a complete control freak” and “micromanaging every detail.”

From Los Angeles Times

It wasn't about being necessarily a control freak, I'm an artist and I really enjoy telling stories and I think I'm really good at it.

From Salon

It’s an “Odd Couple”-type scenario, where Barb, a recently retired accountant and control freak, joins the committee as a volunteer and is aghast at Kath’s touchy-feely vibes and disorganization.

From Los Angeles Times

Most recently, Wilson wrote Thursday that her father is a “delusional and grubby little control freak who hasn’t matured as a person for 38 years.”

From Los Angeles Times