CEFR B2

dominant

adjective

Meaning

Having power, influence, or control over others; most important or noticeable.

Examples

The dominant species in this ecosystem is the wolf.
His dominant personality often made him the leader of the group.

Synonyms: main, leading, ruling, prevalent, paramount

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dominant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈdɒmɪnənt/

Definition

Having power, influence, or control over others; most important or noticeable.

Examples

The dominant species in this ecosystem is the wolf.
His dominant personality often made him the leader of the group.
Blue is the dominant color in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye.

How to Use dominant

dominant in (prepositional phrase): Having control or influence within a specific area or group. — "The company has become dominant in the market for luxury cars."
dominant over (prepositional phrase): Having more power, influence, or importance than someone or something else. — "In this region, the eagle is the dominant predator over smaller birds."

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