predominance
/prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/ · /prɪˈdɑːmɪnəns/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5742 in the learning path
数量上的优势；主导地位
Definitions
n. The state of being most numerous, powerful, or influential.
数量上的优势；主导地位
Example
The predominance of blue gives this room a cool feel.
这个房间以蓝色为主，给人清凉的感觉。
The predominance of private cars in urban transport creates challenges for efforts to reduce air pollution.
私家车在城市交通中占主导地位，给减少空气污染的工作带来了挑战。
Collocations
- a predominance of
- economic predominance
- predominance over
Word family
- predominant (adj.)
- predominantly (adv.)
- predominate (v.)
Synonyms
- dominance
- preponderance
Usage tip
强调数量、力量或影响占优，不等于“杰出”。
FAQ
- What does predominance mean?
- The state of being most numerous, powerful, or influential.
- How is predominance pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/, US /prɪˈdɑːmɪnəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
