Predominant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹɪˈdɒmɪnənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Predominant is an adjective meaning Common or widespread; prevalent.
Meaning
Common or widespread; prevalent.
More Meanings
- Significant or important; dominant.
- (music) A subdominant.
Example Sentences
On Lord Marchmont's return, he, too, was struck with the unusual appearance of confusion in his hall; but anger was his predominant sensation when he heard that Henrietta had actually set off without waiting one moment.
Word Forms
- predominants
Synonyms for predominant
Depending on context, synonyms include dominant, frequent, predominate, prevailing, preponderant, overriding.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include prevailing, paramount, predominate, preponderant, frequent, overriding.
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