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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

predominance

IPA: /prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/

KK: /prɪˈdɑːmɪnəns/

noun

Definition: The condition of being more powerful, important, or noticeable than others.

Example: The predominance of technology in our lives has changed how we communicate.

predominancy

IPA: /prɪˈdɒmɪnənsi/

KK: /prɪˈdɒmɪnənsi/

noun

Definition: The state of being more powerful, important, or noticeable than others.

Example: The predominancy of the sun in the solar system is evident in its gravitational pull on the planets.

predominate

IPA: /prɪˈdɒmɪneɪt/

KK: /prɪˈdɑːmɪneɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be the most important or to have the greatest influence or quantity in a particular situation.

Example: In the debate, her arguments predominated over the others.

transitive verb

Definition: To be the most important or noticeable part of something; to have control or influence over something.

Example: In the debate, her arguments seemed to predominate over the others.

predominately

IPA: /prɪˈdɒmɪnətlɪ/

KK: /prɪˈdɑːmɪnətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is the most common or most noticeable; mainly or mostly.

Example: The population in the city is predominately young adults.

predomination

IPA: /prɪˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

KK: /prɪˈdɑːmɪˌneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The state of being more powerful or important than others; having control or influence over something.

Example: The predomination of technology in our lives has changed how we communicate.

predynastic

IPA: //prɪˈdaɪnæstɪk//

KK: /prɪˈdaɪnæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the period in history that occurred before the establishment of a dynasty.

Example: The predynastic artifacts found in the region provide valuable insights into early human civilization.

preeminence

IPA: /priˈɛmɪnəns/

KK: /priˈɛmɪnəns/

noun

Definition: The state of being more important or better than others; having a leading position or influence.

Example: Her preeminence in the field of science is recognized worldwide.

preeminent

IPA: /priˈɛmɪnənt/

KK: /priˈɛmɪnənt/

adjective

Definition: Better or more important than all others; outstanding in quality or achievement.

Example: She is a preeminent scientist in her field, known for her groundbreaking research.

preeminently

IPA: /priˈɛmɪnəntli/

KK: /priˈɛmɪnəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is superior to all others; outstandingly or exceptionally.

Example: She is preeminently qualified for the position due to her extensive experience.

preemptive

IPA: /priˈɛmp.tɪv/

KK: /priˈɛmptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing actions taken to prevent something from happening, especially before it becomes a problem or threat.

Example: The government made a preemptive decision to increase security measures before the event.

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