Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
predominance
noun
prɪˈdɒm.ɪ.nəns
Definition
The state of being the most powerful or influential in a particular situation or context.
Examples
- There is a predominance of women in the nursing profession.
- The predominance of the sun in our solar system drives the climate on Earth.
- In the debate, the predominance of data in support of climate change was overwhelming.
Meaning
Predominance refers to the condition of being greater in number, quantity, or importance than others.
Synonyms
- dominance
- superiority
- ascendancy
- preeminence
