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Definition predominate in American English

predominate verb

[intransitive] verb
/prɪˈdɑmiˌneɪt/
1

to have more power, influence, or importance than other things or people

Example

The desire for profits should not predominate over the public good.

Synonyms and related words
matter figure emphasize
2

to be greater in number or amount than others

Example

a country in which Roman Catholics predominate

Synonyms and related words
abound go beyond exceed
Definition predominate in American English