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Preponderance (Noun)

Meaning 1

Exceeding in heaviness; having greater weight; "the least preponderance in either pan will unbalance the scale".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Hypernyms

  • Weightiness

Related Words

  • Preponderate (verb)

Meaning 2

A superiority in numbers or amount; "a preponderance of evidence against the defendant".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Prevalence

Hypernyms

  • Figure

Related Words

  • Preponderate (verb)

Meaning 3

Superiority in power or influence; "the preponderance of good over evil"; "the preponderance of wealth and power".

Classification

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.

Hypernyms

  • Powerfulness

Related Words

  • Preponderant (adjective)
  • Preponderate (verb)
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