dominant
Translation
dominant, main, controlling
Examples
He has a very dominant personality.
He has a very dominant personality.
The company has a dominant position in the market.
The company has a dominant position in the market.
The dominant colour in the painting is blue.
The dominant color in the painting is blue.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) to be more important or powerful in (sth.) The company is dominant in the tech industry.
((over sb./sth.)) to have power and influence over (sb./sth.) He is dominant over his younger brother.
Similar Words
Synonyms: controlling, commanding, superior; Antonyms: submissive, recessive
Etymology
From Latin 'dominari' (to rule, dominate), which comes from 'dominus' (master, lord).
Memory Tips
A 'dominant' person likes to 'dominate' others, like a 'dominus' (master).