adjective. exercising influence or control. Opposite of subordinate.

adjective. high enough to provide a clear view of the surrounding area; -- of a height or viewpoint.

verb. Present participle of dominate.

adjective. most powerful or important or influential

adjective. offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power

adjective. used of a height or viewpoint

"He referred to the ability to put one's passion behind one's judgment instead of in front of it and to demonstrate what he called dominating humility."

dominant  domineering  high  

nominating  predominating  

ascendant  ascendent  dominant  prestigious  

dominate