Preponderance (Noun)
Meaning 1
Exceeding in heaviness; having greater weight; "the least preponderance in either pan will unbalance the scale".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
A superiority in numbers or amount; "a preponderance of evidence against the defendant".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 3
Superiority in power or influence; "the preponderance of good over evil"; "the preponderance of wealth and power".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The government's military might gave it a preponderance of power over the opposition forces, allowing it to maintain control of the country.
- Throughout history, the preponderance of wealth and influence had been concentrated in the hands of the aristocracy.
- Despite the challenges, the preponderance of evidence suggested that the new medicine was safe and effective, leading to its widespread adoption.
- The company's preponderance of market share allowed it to dictate prices and terms to its suppliers and competitors.
- In the end, the preponderance of good over evil prevailed as the community came together to support the victims of the disaster.