dominant
/ˈdɒmɪnənt/ · /ˈdɑːmənənt/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3503 in the learning path
占主导地位的；支配的
Definitions
adj. More powerful, influential, or noticeable than others.
占主导地位的；支配的
adj. Expressed when at least one copy of a gene is present.
显性的
Example
Blue is the dominant colour in our living room.
蓝色是我们客厅的主色调。
Private cars remain the dominant form of transport in cities with limited investment in public transport.
在公共交通投入有限的城市，私家车仍是主要交通方式。
Collocations
- a dominant role
- a dominant position
- the dominant culture
- a dominant gene
Word family
- dominate (v.)
- dominance (n.)
Synonyms
- leading
- predominant
Antonyms
- subordinate
Usage tip
dominant是形容词；dominate是动词。
FAQ
- What does dominant mean?
- More powerful, influential, or noticeable than others. Expressed when at least one copy of a gene is present.
- How is dominant pronounced?
- UK /ˈdɒmɪnənt/, US /ˈdɑːmənənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
