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Dominant
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domuhnunt
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Simple meaning
What does Dominant mean?
Dominant means more powerful or noticeable than others.
Dictionary definition
More powerful, important, noticeable, or influential than others.
Example sentences
Dominant in a sentence
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Blue was the dominant color in the painting.
medium
The dominant player controlled much of the game.
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A dominant idea can shape how a group makes decisions.
Synonyms
Words like Dominant
leadingUse for something in the strongest or most important position.
powerfulUse for something with strength or influence.
Antonyms
Opposite words
minorUse for something less important or noticeable.
subordinateUse for something lower in rank or importance.
Word family
Dominant word family
Base word
dominate
adjective
dominant
More powerful, important, or noticeable.
noun
dominance
The state of being dominant.
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Practice 1
What does dominant mean?
Dominant means more powerful, important, noticeable, or influential than others.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses dominant correctly?
This sentence uses dominant to mean most noticeable or important.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of dominant?
Minor means less important or noticeable, which contrasts with dominant.
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