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preponderance

[pri-puhn-der-uhns]

preponderance Definition

  • 1the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance
  • 2superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength

Using preponderance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "preponderance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The preponderance of evidence suggests that he is guilty.

  • Example

    There is a preponderance of women in the nursing profession.

  • Example

    The preponderance of power lies with the government.

preponderance Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for preponderance

Antonyms for preponderance

Phrases with preponderance

  • the greater weight of the evidence presented in a trial

    Example

    The jury found him guilty based on the preponderance of the evidence.

  • a situation in which one group or country has more power than another

    Example

    The preponderance of power lies with the government, making it difficult for the opposition to make any headway.

  • a situation in which there are more women than men in a particular field or profession

    Example

    There is a preponderance of women in the nursing profession.

Origins of preponderance

from Latin 'praeponderantia', from 'praeponderare' meaning 'outweigh'

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Summary: preponderance in Brief

Preponderance [pri-puhn-der-uhns] refers to the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance. It denotes superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength. Examples include 'The preponderance of evidence suggests that he is guilty.' and 'There is a preponderance of women in the nursing profession.'