dominant
Translation
dominant, commanding, prevailing, main
Examples
The lion is the dominant animal in this area.
The lion is the dominant animal in this area.
She has a very dominant personality.
She has a very dominant personality.
The dominant color in the painting is blue.
The dominant colour in the painting is blue.
The dominant gene determines eye color.
The dominant gene determines eye colour.
Grammar Patterns
((over sb./sth.)) to be more powerful or important than (sb./sth.) The company is dominant over its rivals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: controlling, superior, prevailing; Antonyms: submissive, secondary
Etymology
From Latin 'dominus' meaning 'master, lord', related to ruling or controlling.
Memory Tips
Think of a king who 'dominates' his 'domain'. That king is 'dominant'.