Synonyms: overriding, paramount, predominant, predominate, preponderant, preponderating
Definition: having superior power and influence
Usage: the predominant mood among policy-makers is optimism
Similar words: dominant
Definition: exercising influence or control
Usage: television plays a dominant role in molding public opinion; the dominant partner in the marriage
Synonyms: dominant, predominant, prevailing, prevalent, rife
Definition: most frequent or common
Usage: prevailing winds
Similar words: frequent
Definition: coming at short intervals or habitually
Usage: a frequent guest; frequent complaints