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predominance Antonyms
Opposite of predominance
Because the opposite of predominance shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or condition of being the most common, abundant, or widespread element within a group or area; numerical superiority.
Usage Example
"There is a clear minority of oak and maple trees in this section of the forest."
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minority
Strong
scarcity
rarity
paucity
• noun (Context 2)
The state of having greater power, authority, or influence than others; supremacy or control.
Usage Example
"The company's technological innovations ensured its subordination in the telecommunications market for over a decade."
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subordination
inferiority
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subservience
subjection
weakness
Similar words to predominance
Words similar to predominance shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
dominance
preponderance
prevalence
supremacy
ascendancy
superiority
primacy
hegemony
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Predominance. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/predominance