to be the stronger or leading element or force.

to have numerical superiority or advantage

The radicals predominate in the new legislature.

to surpass others in authority or influence; be preeminent

He predominated in the political scene.

to have or exert controlling power (often fol. by over )

Good sense predominated over the impulse to fight.

to appear more noticeable or imposing than something else

Blues and greens predominated in the painting.

to dominate or prevail over.

verb

carry weight * , command , dominate , domineer , get the upper hand , govern , hold sway , manage , outweigh , overrule , overshadow , preponderate , prevail , reign , rule , tell , lead , master , sovereign