predominantly — mainly; for the most part; chiefly
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: mainly; for the most part; chiefly
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈdɑːmɪnəntli/
Example Sentences
- My diet is predominantly pizza and instant noodles, which my mom predominantly disapproves of.
- The conference was predominantly attended by tech professionals.
- Her wardrobe is predominantly black, making her look like a fashionable ninja.
predominantly
ADVERB[/prɪˈdɑːmɪnəntli/]
mainly; for the most part; chiefly
The forest is predominantly pine, with just a few oaks scattered near the edge.
What appeared predominantly obvious was apparently not so evidently true!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'predominari' meaning 'to be superior or prevail,' composed of 'prae' (before/superior) and 'dominari' (to rule/dominate). The adverbial form developed through Old French and Middle English.
Breakdown
pre- (before/superior) + domin (rule/dominate) + -ant (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = predominantly
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📝Examples
“My diet is predominantly pizza and instant noodles, which my mom predominantly disapproves of.”
“The conference was predominantly attended by tech professionals.”
“Her wardrobe is predominantly black, making her look like a fashionable ninja.”
“The region is predominantly agricultural, with vast fields of crops.”
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