noun
In music theory, refers to the fifth note of a scale or the chord built on it.
この曲はドミナントで終わっているので、不安定な感じが残る。
This piece ends on the dominant, so it leaves an unsettled feeling.
noun
dominant person; overbearing personality
Describes a person who takes charge or has a strong, controlling personality; often used in psychology or everyday descriptions.
彼はグループの中でいつもドミナントな存在だ。
He is always the dominant figure in the group.
彼女のドミナントな性格が時々周りを疲れさせる。
Her overbearing personality sometimes tires those around her.