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predominant
[/prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/]
adjective
predominante
1.
Most noticeable, conspicuous, or influential; superior in power or influence
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
A cor predominante na pintura é azul.
2.
Most common or frequent; prevailing
English is the predominant language in international business.
O inglês é a língua predominante nos negócios internacionais.
3.
Having superior strength or authority
The predominant political party controls the parliament.
O partido político predominante controla o parlamento.
Synonyms
dominant
prevailing
principal
preeminent
paramount
supreme
Antonyms
subordinate
minor
secondary
insignificant
weak
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
predominante
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
predominante
No regional variation
Rio de Janeiro
predominante
No regional variation
Portugal
predominante
Standard European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
predominant feature
predominant theme
predominant influence
predominant trend
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