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dominance
DO-mih-nuhns
Dominance (noun) means the state of being the most powerful, important, or influential. Example: “The team's dominance of the league made every match feel rather predictable.”
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The state of being the most powerful, important, or influential.
"The team's dominance of the league made every match feel rather predictable."
"The company maintained its dominance in the smartphone market for a decade."
"Wolves establish dominance within the pack through displays of aggression."
How to use dominance
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing the most powerful or influential, whether in a market, a relationship, or a group.
Common pairings
market dominance
establish dominance
global dominance
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Word forms
- Plural
- dominances
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Etymology
From "dominant" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ance."
Synonyms
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supremacy
superiority
ascendancy
predominance
mastery
control
authorisation
ascendence
ascendency
ascendance
authorization
authority
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Rhymes for dominance
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What does “dominance” mean?
The word “dominance” means the state of being the most powerful, important, or influential. In plain terms, being the most powerful or influential, whether in a market, a relationship, or a group.
How do you pronounce “dominance”?
“Dominance” is pronounced DO-mih-nuhns (/ˈdɑmɪnəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “dominance” in a sentence?
Here is “dominance” used in a sentence: “The company maintained its dominance in the smartphone market for a decade.”
What part of speech is “dominance”?
“Dominance” is a noun.
Is “dominance” a common word?
“Dominance” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between dominance and domination?
"Dominance" describes a state of being, the condition of being the most powerful, important, or influential. "Domination" describes an action or exercise of control or power over someone or something, often emphasizing the process of controlling rather than just the status of being dominant.
What is the difference between dominance and power?
"Power" is a general capacity to influence or control outcomes, while "dominance" specifically refers to the state of being the most powerful, important, or influential within a particular group, field, or comparison.
Can dominance be temporary, or is it always permanent?
Dominance describes a current state of being most powerful or influential, so it can shift over time as circumstances change. A company or competitor with market dominance today is not guaranteed to hold that position indefinitely.
