Synonyms for Dominant
Top synonyms for “dominant”: dominant allele, predominant, prevailing, prevalent, rife, ascendant, ascendent, controlling, and 15 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)an allele that produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different
- (noun)(music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale
- (adjective)exercising influence or control“television plays a dominant role in molding public opinion”
- (adjective)(of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar
- (adjective)most frequent or common“prevailing winds”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Dominant
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "dominant"?
Common synonyms for "dominant" include dominant allele, predominant, prevailing, prevalent, rife, ascendant. Our thesaurus lists 23 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "dominant"?
Antonyms for "dominant" include recessive, subordinate. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "dominant" mean?
an allele that produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different
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