Definition
Predominate (verb) means to be the strongest, most powerful, or most common element in a situation.
Usage Notes
The word is often used when describing trends, influences, or characteristics that are more noticeable or influential than others. It can also appear as an adjective (predominant) or noun (predominance).
Example Sentences
- Blue predominates in this painting.
- Rural values still predominate in many parts of the country.
- English is the predominant language in international business.
Synonyms
dominate, prevail, outweigh, overshadow, lead
Etymology
From Latin praedominari, meaning “to rule over,” from prae- (“before, beyond”) + dominari (“to rule”).