preponderance

noun

pri-ˈpän-d(ə-)rən(t)s How to pronounce preponderance (audio)
Definition of preponderancenext
1
as in dominance
the fact or state of being above others in rank or importance not since Rome in its glory days had a nation enjoyed such overwhelming military preponderance

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Relevance

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2
as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something a preponderance of the evidence points to the guilt of the defendant

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Recent Examples of preponderance The agreement is an acknowledgement that the defense could prove by a preponderance of the evidence that severe mental disease or defect caused McGuire not to comprehend that his conduct in the killing was wrong. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026 At both meetups, there was a preponderance of tidying—children’s rooms, offices, spare rooms, digital photo libraries, inboxes. — Patricia Marx, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 The measure would have lowered the standard for coverage to a preponderance of evidence that the firefighter became sick due to their work rather than the higher standard of clear and convincing evidence. — Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 4 June 2026 Rather, the preponderance of limited evidence suggests those traces of pollen grains in honey might more often act as antigens, triggering an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals or even the development of new allergies. — Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for preponderance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preponderance
  1. dominance
  2. majority
  3. superiority
  4. bulk
  5. distinction
  6. reputation
Noun
  • For Arsenal, the game is an opportunity to underline that last season’s success was the beginning of a new period of dominance rather than a one-off achievement.
    — Dean Jones, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • But such a move is unlikely to succeed, given the dominance of Biya’s ruling Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of dominance
Noun
  • The Rams kept the training wheels on him for a majority of the start, with almost every throw going within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage.
    — Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Albeit in an uncompetitive effort, the Falcons’ 27-7 loss to the Broncos in the preseason opener Friday night offered a glimpse at a vast majority of the team’s roster.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of majority
Noun
  • The superiority of the German Jews turned out to be nothing but a mirage.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Khrushchev’s victory ensured the superiority of party leaders relative to other figures in the state, cementing his own power and giving him control of the regime.
    — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of superiority
Noun
  • This slim passport wallet keeps your most important documents together without adding much bulk.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The right-hander pitched mostly in a bulk-inning role as a reliever, and found the success that eluded him as a starter.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of bulk
Noun
  • There is an important distinction between making cement less polluting and actually removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Schore makes a similar distinction when discussing workplace anger.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinction
Noun
  • Maeda has earned a reputation for relentless pressing and work rate.
    — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Dulcich, who has a reputation as a pass catcher, delivered some impressive blocks, as did rookie tight end Will Kacmarek.
    — Omar Kelly August 15, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of reputation

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“Preponderance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preponderance. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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