having superior power and influence; the predominant mood among policy-makers is optimism

[ Syn: overriding , paramount , predominant , preponderant , preponderating ]

be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance; Money reigns supreme here; Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood

[ Syn: dominate , rule , reign , prevail ]

appear very large or occupy a commanding position; The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain; Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall

[ Syn: loom , tower , hulk ]