Predominant: meaning, definitions and examples

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predominant

 

[ prɪˈdɒmɪnənt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

influence

Present as the strongest or main element; most common or widespread.

Synonyms

dominant, leading, main, prevailing, principal

Examples of usage

  • The predominant color in the painting is blue.
  • In this region, the predominant language spoken is Spanish.
  • Despite the diverse range of opinions, a predominant view emerged.
Context #2 | Adjective

control

Having authority or control over others.

Synonyms

commanding, controlling, dominant, ruling, supreme

Examples of usage

  • The king was the predominant figure in the kingdom.
  • She had a predominant role in the decision-making process.

Translations

Translations of the word "predominant" in other languages:

🇵🇹 predominante

🇮🇳 प्रधान

🇩🇪 vorherrschend

🇮🇩 utama

🇺🇦 переважний

🇵🇱 przeważający

🇯🇵 支配的な

🇫🇷 prépondérant

🇪🇸 predominante

🇹🇷 baskın

🇰🇷 우세한

🇸🇦 سائد

🇨🇿 převládající

🇸🇰 prevažujúci

🇨🇳 主要的

🇸🇮 prevladujoč

🇮🇸 ráðandi

🇰🇿 басым

🇬🇪 განსაკუთრებული

🇦🇿 üstün

🇲🇽 predominante

Word origin

The word 'predominant' originated from the Latin word 'praedominant', which means 'having the upper hand'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of something being predominant has been significant throughout history, whether in terms of influence, control, or prevalence.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,721 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.