Definition of 'predominate'

Verb

1. be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance; "Money reigns supreme here"; "Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood"
      Synonyms: dominate rule reign prevail
2. appear very large or occupy a commanding position; "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
      Synonyms: loom tower hulk

Adjective

1. having superior power and influence; "the predominant mood among policy-makers is optimism"
      Synonyms: overriding paramount predominant preponderant preponderating

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