dominant

dom-i-nant · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Having power, authority, or influence over others; most important or prominent.

  2. 2.

    (Genetics) Relating to or denoting a gene or trait that is expressed when inherited from either parent.

  3. 3.

    (Music) Relating to the fifth note of a diatonic scale.

  4. 4.

    (Ecology) Denoting the most abundant species in a community.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    dominant trait — A genetic characteristic that masks others
  • •
    dominant hand — The hand a person uses most naturally

Related words

Antonyms: recessive, submissive, subordinate
See also: dominate, predominant, prevailing
Synonyms: commanding, predominant, prevailing, ruling

Etymology

From Latin dominans, present participle of dominare ("to rule, dominate"), from dominus ("lord, master").