C1adverb 2K

Predominantly

🇬🇧 UK /["/prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/","/prɪˈdɒmɪnətli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/prɪˈdɑːmɪnəntli/","/prɪˈdɑːmɪnətli/"]/

Meaning of Predominantly

mostly; mainly

In simple words: Mainly or mostly.

Predominantly in a sentence

• She works in a predominantly male environment.
• Local trade unionism was predominantly, though not exclusively, that of skilled workers.
• Ours is a predominantly Buddhist country.
• The cattle are predominantly black.
• The country's economy remains predominantly agricultural.
• The firm has a predominantly female workforce.
• The school is in a predominantly middle-class area.
• The test shows whether you are predominantly left-brained or right-brained.

How to use Predominantly

Use 'predominantly' to emphasize that something is mostly true in a certain context. It's suitable in both spoken and written language, especially in academic or formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'predominantly' as 'pre-do-minantly', since it refers to something that happens before doing something else.

Related words

Collocations with Predominantly

• predominantly white
• predominantly used
• predominantly found

Synonyms for Predominantly

• mainly
• chiefly
• largely
• primarily
• mostly

Opposites of Predominantly

• minimally
• seldomly

Common mistakes with Predominantly

• Confusing with 'predominant' which is an adjective.
• Using in informal contexts where simpler words like 'mainly' are more suitable.

Frequently asked questions about Predominantly

What does Predominantly mean?

Mainly or mostly.

What is the definition of Predominantly?

mostly; mainly

How do you use Predominantly in a sentence?

She works in a predominantly male environment.

Can you give another example of Predominantly?

Local trade unionism was predominantly, though not exclusively, that of skilled workers.

What are synonyms for Predominantly?

Common alternatives include mainly, chiefly, largely, primarily, mostly.

What is the opposite of Predominantly?

Opposite meanings include minimally, seldomly.

What words go with Predominantly?

It commonly pairs with predominantly white, predominantly used, predominantly found.

What are common mistakes when using Predominantly?

Confusing with 'predominant' which is an adjective. Using in informal contexts where simpler words like 'mainly' are more suitable.

How do you pronounce Predominantly?

US: /["/prɪˈdɑːmɪnəntli/","/prɪˈdɑːmɪnətli/"]/, UK: /["/prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/","/prɪˈdɒmɪnətli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Predominantly?

Use 'predominantly' to emphasize that something is mostly true in a certain context. It's suitable in both spoken and written language, especially in academic or formal settings.

What CEFR level is Predominantly?

"Predominantly" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.