predomation
Describing a state or quality of being the most frequent, powerful, or influential element in a given context. It is used to characterize a force, idea, or group that holds a superior position or prevails over others.
Examples
3 of 5The predomation architectural style in this historic district is distinctly Gothic.
The most common architectural style in this historic district is distinctly Gothic.
Economists argue that the predomation factor in the market crash was the lack of oversight.
Economists argue that the primary factor in the market crash was the lack of oversight.
I'd say the predomation vibe of the party was pretty relaxed.
I'd say the main vibe of the party was pretty relaxed.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Pre' (before/above) + 'Domation' (like a 'domain' or 'domination') to remember it refers to something sitting at the top of its domain.
Quick Quiz
The ______ reason for the project's success was the seamless collaboration between departments.
Correct!
The correct answer is: predomation
Examples
The predomation architectural style in this historic district is distinctly Gothic.
everydayThe most common architectural style in this historic district is distinctly Gothic.
Economists argue that the predomation factor in the market crash was the lack of oversight.
formalEconomists argue that the primary factor in the market crash was the lack of oversight.
I'd say the predomation vibe of the party was pretty relaxed.
informalI'd say the main vibe of the party was pretty relaxed.
In the study, the predomation species of flora was found to be highly resilient to drought.
academicIn the study, the dominant species of flora was found to be highly resilient to drought.
Our predomation goal this quarter is to increase user retention by twenty percent.
businessOur main goal this quarter is to increase user retention by twenty percent.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
of predomation importance
of the highest importance
a predomation theme
a recurring or central theme
gain predomation status
to achieve a dominant position
Often Confused With
Predominant is the standard adjective form used in common English; predomation is a rare or test-specific variant often used to test morphological recognition.
Usage Notes
Use this word primarily in formal or academic settings to describe something that stands out as the most significant or frequent among its peers.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the noun 'predomination' when they mean the adjective 'predomation', or they confuse it with the more common 'predominant'.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Pre' (before/above) + 'Domation' (like a 'domain' or 'domination') to remember it refers to something sitting at the top of its domain.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'prae' (before) and 'dominari' (to rule or govern), emphasizing the state of ruling above others.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often found in specialized aptitude tests to distinguish between parts of speech and complex morphological suffixes.
Quick Quiz
The ______ reason for the project's success was the seamless collaboration between departments.
Correct!
The correct answer is: predomation
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