PREDOMINANCE Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

predominance

noun

pri-ˈdä-mə-nən(t)s

Definition of predominance

as in dominance

controlling power or influence over others the predominance of the Dutch in international trade during the 17th century

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Recent Examples of predominance The gene expression in the muscle tissue suggested a predominance of slow-twitch muscle fibers indicating the mammoth's muscles were built for stamina, ideal for long, steady travel across the cold, expansive steppes. — Jay Kakade december 03, New Atlas, 3 Dec. 2025 The predominance of solids was evident also in the Mantero collection, where high-shine blends dominated by silk were plied into double satins in rich and shimmering tones such as violet, Majorelle blue and fiery red. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 Jan. 2026 Although Sigmund Freud was once one of the most recognizable faces of psychology, this scientific discipline has developed significantly since the time of his predominance. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026 Diaper labeling House Bill 4702 will require manufacturers of disposable and reusable diapers to include a list of all ingredients in order of predominance on the product packaging. — Ben Szalinski, CBS News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for predominance

Recent Examples of Synonyms for predominance

Noun

The score might not suggest dominance, but Colombia controlled the game from the outset and held possession for nearly two-thirds of the match.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
Even casual soccer fans know about Lionel Messi and his dominance (six goals already).

— David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of dominance

Noun

Lawmakers continually warn China’s efforts are threatening to eclipse the United States’ technological supremacy in space.

— Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
Long story short, the new Free tent jumps right into the same minimal weight lane as other those other new ultralight freestanding tents, ready to battle it out for backcountry supremacy.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 June 2026

Definition of supremacy

Noun

The show represents a milestone in American TV, when showrunners like Shonda Rhimes began to become famous names in and of themselves, and create whole dominions of TV shows on networks and streaming services.

— Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Freeman had accomplished more than protecting her daughter from Hannah Ashley’s blow and, with perseverance, succeeded in getting herself and Lizzie out from under the Ashleys’ dominion.

— New York Times, New York Times, 22 June 2026

Definition of dominion

Noun

Hezbollah denounces the deal as a threat to Lebanese sovereignty, while Israeli leaders vow not to cede ‘a millimeter’ until the group is fully disarmed.

— Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
Hernandez frames message sovereignty as the answer to a question every leader needs to sit with.

— Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026