predominate meaning and definition

PREDOMINATE verb

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, prevail, reign, rule
2. appear very large or occupy a commanding position
   • "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain"; "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall"
   • synonyms: hulk, loom, tower

PREDOMINATE adjective

Definition of predominate (adjective)

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