Predominant

Pronunciation: /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

Definitions of predominant

adjective having greatest importance or influence; most common or conspicuous

Example Sentences

A1 The predominant color of the flag is red.

A2 In this region, agriculture is the predominant industry.

B1 The predominant language spoken in the country is Spanish.

B2 The predominant theme of the novel is love and loss.

C1 The predominant factor influencing their decision was cost.

C2 His predominant concern was the well-being of his family.

Examples of predominant in a Sentence

formal In this research study, the predominant factor influencing consumer behavior was found to be price.

informal The predominant color in her wardrobe is definitely black.

slang His predominant vibe is chill and laid-back.

figurative The storm's predominant force was evident in the destruction it left behind.

Grammatical Forms of predominant

• past tense: predominated
• plural: predominants
• comparative: more predominant
• superlative: most predominant
• present tense: predominates
• future tense: will predominate
• perfect tense: has predominated
• continuous tense: is predominating
• singular: predominant
• positive degree: predominant
• infinitive: to predominate
• gerund: predominating
• participle: predominated

Origin and Evolution of predominant

First Known Use: 1590 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'predominant' originated from the Latin word 'praedominantem', which is derived from the verb 'praedominari' meaning 'to predominate'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'predominant' has retained its original meaning of being the most important or powerful element, but has also come to be used in a broader sense to describe something that is more common or widespread than others.