Predominance: meaning, definitions and examples
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predominance
[ prɪˈdɒm.ɪ.nəns ]
state of being
Predominance refers to the state or condition of being greater in number, influence, or importance than others. It implies a sense of superiority or dominance in a particular context, whether it be in a group, environment, or situation.
Synonyms
ascendancy, dominance, prevalence, superiority.
Examples of usage
- The predominance of smartphones has changed communication.
- There is a predominance of female students in the biology program.
- The predominance of loud voices made it hard to focus.
Translations
Translations of the word "predominance" in other languages:
🇵🇹 predominância
🇮🇳 प्रभुत्व
🇩🇪 Übergewicht
🇮🇩 predominansi
🇺🇦 переважання
🇵🇱 dominacja
🇯🇵 優越性
🇫🇷 prépondérance
🇪🇸 predominancia
🇹🇷 ağırlık
🇰🇷 우세
🇸🇦 هيمنة
🇨🇿 převaha
🇸🇰 prevaha
🇨🇳 主导地位
🇸🇮 prevlada
🇮🇸 yfirráð
🇰🇿 басымдылық
🇬🇪 მოწონება
🇦🇿 üstünlük
🇲🇽 predominancia
Etymology
The word 'predominance' comes from the Latin root 'praedominari', which is a combination of 'prae-' meaning 'before' or 'in front of' and 'dominari' meaning 'to dominate' or 'to rule'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century, reflecting the growing influence of Latin on English during the Middle Ages. The term was initially used to describe the superior position or influence of one entity over another, especially in political, social, or military contexts. Over time, its usage expanded to encompass various fields such as science, culture, and economics, illustrating the multifaceted nature of dominance and influence in human affairs.