Dominant (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Most frequent or common; "prevailing winds".
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Examples
- The dominant climate pattern in this region is hot and dry.
- Throughout history, Christianity has been the dominant faith in many parts of Europe.
- This brand has become the dominant force in the industry with a large market share.
- Sugar has long been the dominant source of calories for most of the population.
- Today the internet has become the dominant form of mass communication around the world.
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Meaning 2
Exercising influence or control; "television plays a dominant role in molding public opinion"; "the dominant partner in the marriage".
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All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 3
(of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar.
Classification
All adjective clusters.