dominant
adjectiveHaving the greatest influence, power, or prominence in a setting.
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Most influential or prominent
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adjectiveAble to influence belief or action through convincing reasons or presentation.
pivotal
adjectiveCrucially important to the development or outcome of something.
Crucially important
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predominant
adjectiveMost common, influential, or important in a particular setting.
Most influential
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prevailing
adjectiveMost widespread, influential, or commonly accepted at the time.
prominent
adjectiveEasily noticed, important, or well known in a particular setting.
Important or well known
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sycophant
nounA person who flatters someone powerful to gain advantage.
One word family: also includes sycophantic.
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