predominant — having the most power, control, or influence; being the most common, main, or noticeable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having the most power, control, or influence; being the most common, main, or noticeable
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈdɑːmɪnənt/
Korean meaning: 지배적인, 우세한, 주된
Korean pronunciation: 프리**도**미넌트
Example Sentences
- In our office, coffee is the predominant beverage, but I'm the only one drinking banana milk.
- The predominant theme in his essays is procrastination, which ironically took him three years to write.
- English has become the predominant language in international business.
predominant
ADJECTIVE//prɪˈdɑːmɪnənt//
having the most power, control, or influence; being the most common, main, or noticeable
Pizza is the predominant choice among all lunch options
The prominent oak stands dominant over all!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praedominari,' combining 'prae' (before/in front) and 'dominari' (to rule or have dominion). The word entered English in the 15th century through Old French, maintaining its sense of exercising superior control or influence.
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📝Examples
“In our office, coffee is the predominant beverage, but I'm the only one drinking banana milk.”
“The predominant theme in his essays is procrastination, which ironically took him three years to write.”
“English has become the predominant language in international business.”
“The predominant opinion among students is that homework should be banned on weekends.”
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