predominately

USAGE SUMMARY

The word 'predominately' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to say that something is mainly or largely the case. For example: "The site was predominately used by tourists."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

The 25-year-old, who has two caps, is predominately a left-sided player but can play on either flank or in a more advanced attacking position.

The Guardian - Sport

Girls, predominately white, as young as 11 were gang-raped by men, largely from the British Pakistani community.

The Guardian

The rhetoric of the "men's movement" suggests that schools are predominately feminine or, more pointedly, feminist places that may alienate boys and lead them to fail academically.

The Economist

Assyrians are predominately Christian, just as Kurds and Arabs are predominately Muslim, yet we recognise Kurds and Arabs as separate ethnic groups.

The Economist

After the 2000 census, Tennessee's Democrat-controlled legislature redrew the state's seventh congressional district so that it stretched for over 200 miles, half the length of the state, to include predominately Republican portions of the state's two largest cities, Memphis and Nashville.

The Economist

In fact, most people consume predominately non-partisan local TV newscasts, while tuning out news from partisan sources altogether.

The Economist

Kids whooped and parents wailed, but it is a rare innovation for the console, with mobile gaming on smartphones and tablet platforms chipping away at its market.In 2007 consoles held 90% of the video-games market in America, with the rest played predominately on PCs.

The Economist

In the past few years, Valentine's Day has become incredibly popular in Ramallah and other West Bank cities, and this year was no exception.Last week, many store-owners in Ramallah's predominately Muslim shopping district, Manara, began displaying heart-shaped candy and stuffed animals emblazoned with familiar declarations, such as "I love You" and "Be My Mine" in Arabic and English.

The Economist

War there has been waged between the Sri Lankan government, tending to represent the interests of Sri Lanka's majority, and predominately Buddhist, Sinhalese ethnic group, and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, who claim to represent the mostly Hindu Tamil minority.

The Economist

The Chamorro are predominately Roman Catholic.

Encyclopedia Britannica

The plaintiffs Newton, Jesse, and Russell Cantwell were Jehovah's Witnesses who had been going door-to-door in a predominately Roman Catholic neighbourhood in New Haven, Connecticut.

Encyclopedia Britannica

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "predominately", ensure it accurately reflects the main aspect being described, acknowledging that other elements may also be present. For instance, instead of saying "The team is predominately male", which could be misconstrued, specify the proportion or the degree of dominance if possible.

Common error

A common mistake is using "predominately" instead of "predominantly". "Predominantly" is the correct spelling, meaning mainly or mostly. Always double-check the spelling to avoid this error.

Linguistic Context

The adverb "predominately" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate that something is mainly or largely the case. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and usability in English.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

41%

Encyclopedias

57%

Science

2%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Wiki

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "predominately" functions as an adverb to indicate that something is mainly or largely the case. Ludwig AI says that the word is correct and usable in written English. While grammatically sound, it's important to note its potential confusion with the more common "predominantly". When writing, always consider the audience and context to ensure clarity and precision, and do not neglect the semantically related alternatives for expressing yourself such as "mainly" or "primarily".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

predominantly

Correct spelling, implies having superior influence or strength.

primarily

Focuses on the chief or first in intention or importance.

mainly

Highlights the principal element or factor.

primarily

Denotes the first in order of importance.

mostly

Indicates the greatest part or number.

largely

Suggests a considerable degree or extent.

chiefly

Emphasizes the most important or influential aspect.

principally

Stresses the fundamental or primary nature.

for the most part

Indicates generally or in most instances.

in the main

Signifies the major or principal part.

FAQs

How do I use "predominately" in a sentence?

"Predominately" functions as an adverb. For example, "The audience was "predominately female"" indicates that the majority of the audience members were female.

What is the correct spelling, "predominately" or predominantly?

Both spellings exists, but "predominantly" is the standard and widely accepted spelling. "Predominately" is less common but still usable.

What can I say instead of "predominately"?

Alternatives include "mainly", "mostly", or "primarily". The choice depends on the specific nuance you want to convey.

Is "predominately" formal or informal?

While usable, it is not as formal as "predominantly". Using more common alternatives like "mainly" or "primarily" is recommended for formal writing.