predominate

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. having superior power and influence

- the predominant mood among policy-makers is optimism

Similar word(s): dominant, overriding, paramount, predominant, preponderant, preponderating

verb

1. be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance

- Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood

Similar word(s): dominate, prevail, reign, rule

Definition categories: stative

2. appear very large or occupy a commanding position

- The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain

Similar word(s): hulk, loom, tower

Definition categories: stative, lift, rear, rise