Which term is defined as the ability to control the actions of others?

Power, dominance or authority

This term is known as dominance.

Explanation:

Dominance is best explained as enforcing power or control over someone else, such as actions or way of thinking, amongst others.

It means to exert influence over others by any means, such as terror or persuasion.

A primal example can be a dictator, who by certain means influences the country to gain power.