predominantly
/pɹɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/
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Meaning · English
In a predominant manner. Most commonly or frequently by a large margin.
Adverb
Examples
The membership is predominantly elderly, as 90% are over age 60.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “predominantly” mean?
In a predominant manner. Most commonly or frequently by a large margin.
Is “predominantly” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.