Word
dominance
Phoneticsdom·i·nance, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈdɑmənəns/
UK/dˈɒmɪnəns/
Definitions
01power and control
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the state of being more powerful or important than others.
n. the condition of having power, authority, or influence over others.
“The company's dominance in the smartphone market lasted for over a decade.”
“The empire maintained its political dominance through a combination of military might and strategic trade alliances across the continent.”
Antonyms
02genetics
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. the way a specific gene shows its effect even when only one parent passes it on.
n. the property of a genetic trait or allele that allows it to be expressed in the phenotype even when a different allele is present.
“In many plants, the gene for red flowers shows dominance over the gene for white flowers.”
“The researcher studied the incomplete dominance of certain alleles to understand why the offspring displayed a blend of parental traits.”
Usage
Often used in the context of Mendelian genetics to describe allele relationships.
Antonyms
03physical preference
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Medicine Technical
n. the natural tendency to use one side of your body more than the other, like being right-handed.
n. the functional superiority or preferred use of one side of the body or one of a pair of organs.
“Most people show a clear right-hand dominance when they start learning to write.”
“Occupational therapists often assess ocular dominance alongside hand preference to better understand a child's motor development.”
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “dominance” in context.
Noun
01. dominance of
“The global dominance of the dollar as a reserve currency is being challenged by emerging economies.”
noun + prep
Real-World Examples
“Barcelona’s dominance of Real Madrid in the last two football seasons has been clear for all to see.” “Because of the dominance of US financial and technology institutions, the sanctions have trickled down and affected their ability to access services in other countries as well.” Etymology
From dominant + -ance.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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