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How do you spell Dominate?

Correct spelling

dominate

Think DOMINUS (master) - DOM-IN-ATE, not DOM-IN-ENT like 'prominent'

Why is dominate spelled this way?

From Latin dominare, to rule. DOMINUS (master). To dominate is to master — control exercised from a position of authority or power.

Common misspellings of dominate

dominentdomninatedominiate

Example

The tall skyscraper dominates the city's skyline.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell dominate?+
The correct spelling is "dominate". Think DOMINUS (master) - DOM-IN-ATE, not DOM-IN-ENT like 'prominent'
Is it dominent or dominate?+
The correct spelling is "dominate", not "dominent".

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