herrschend
Translation
ruling, dominant, prevailing, prevalent
Examples
Die herrschenden Gesetze sind streng.
The prevailing laws are strict.
Er sprach mit dem herrschenden König.
He spoke with the ruling king.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) the ruling/prevailing ... That is the prevailing opinion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominant, leading, prevailing; Antonyms: subordinate
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'herrschen' (to rule), which comes from 'Herr' (lord, master).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'Herr' (lord) who is 'herrschend' (ruling) over his domain.