predominance

noun

pre·​dom·​i·​nance pri-ˈdä-mə-nən(t)s 

-ˈdäm-nən(t)s

: the quality or state of being predominant

Synonyms

• ascendance
• ascendence
• ascendancy
• ascendency
• dominance
• domination
• dominion
• hegemony
• imperium
• predominancy
• preeminence
• reign
• sovereignty
• sovranty
• supremacy

Examples of predominance in a Sentence

a group of young reformers who have gained predominance within the government

The tribe fought to maintain its predominance.

Recent Examples on the Web

Another key element is the predominance of social media as a major channel of communication in today’s society. —Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025

Like most industries in the North American business ecosystem, the legal cannabis industry is a stronghold of male predominance. —Iris Dorbian, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025

That predominance was seen in London. —Jamie Lang, Variety, 28 Feb. 2025

The predominance of digital communications has exacerbated feelings of loneliness and disconnection, with many Gen Zer struggling to rebuild their social skills in the post-pandemic world. —Jack Kelly, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for predominance

• dominance
• prominence

Kids Definition

predominance

noun

pre·​dom·​i·​nance pri-ˈdäm-ə-nən(t)s 

: the quality or state of being predominant