predominate

(verb) be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance. Synonyms: dominate, rule, reign, prevail. Examples: "Money reigns supreme here." "Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood."

(verb) appear very large or occupy a commanding position. Synonyms: loom, tower, hulk. Examples: "The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain." "Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall."

(adj) having superior power and influence. Synonyms: overriding, paramount, predominant, preponderant, preponderating. Example: "The predominant mood among policy-makers is optimism."