dominant

Meanings

• adjective

  having power, authority, or influence over others

• adjective

  being the most important or prominent

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɒmɪnənt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

defiant , obedient , rebellious , submissive

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Synonyms

dominator , prevalent , imposing

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dominant
compliant , maintain , rain , strain

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Variants

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dominant , dominantly , dominants

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Forms

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dominated, dominator, dominantly

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Etymology

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From Old French dominante, present participle of dominer 'to rule, to master', from Latin dominus 'master, lord'

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the term 'dominant' is also used in genetics to describe a gene that expresses itself more frequently than others?

2. In the world of chess, the dominant piece is the queen, which is the most powerful piece on the board.

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Related Concepts

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1. hegemony: A state in which one social class, race, or nation exercises control over another, typically in a way that is not acknowledged by those controlled.

2. power dynamics: The way power is distributed and exercised in a relationship or social situation.

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Culture

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The term 'dominant' is often used in various fields such as sociology, psychology, and politics to describe individuals or groups that hold power or influence over others. In literature, the concept of a dominant character is one who takes charge and leads the story.

How to Memorize "dominant"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or group exerting control or influence over others.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dominant' with the idea of power or control.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'dominant' comes from the Latin word 'dominus', meaning 'master' or 'lord'.

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