DOMINANT
/ˈdɒmɪnənt/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of DOMINANT
The fifth major tone of a musical scale (five major steps above the note in question); thus G is the dominant of C, A of D, and so on.
The triad built on the dominant tone.
A gene that is dominant.
Ruling; governing; prevailing
"The dominant party controlled the government."
Predominant, common, prevalent, of greatest importance.
"The dominant plants of the Carboniferous were lycopods and early conifers."
Designating the follicle which will survive atresia and permit ovulation.
Examples of DOMINANT in a Sentence
- "The dominant party controlled the government."
- "The dominant plants of the Carboniferous were lycopods and early conifers."
Word Details
Is DOMINANT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DOMINANT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DOMINANT uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DOMINANT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | o | m | i | n | a | n | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DOMINANT
100 words from the letters in DOMINANT
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How to Use DOMINANT in Word Games
DOMINANT is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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