Preponderance

Pronunciation: /prɪˈpɒndərəns/

Definitions of preponderance

noun the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance

Example Sentences

A1 The preponderance of evidence suggests that he is guilty.

A2 There is a preponderance of data supporting the theory.

B1 The preponderance of reviews for the restaurant were positive.

B2 The preponderance of research points to a correlation between the two variables.

C1 The preponderance of expert opinions agree on the best course of action.

C2 In a court of law, the preponderance of evidence is crucial in deciding the verdict.

Examples of preponderance in a Sentence

formal The preponderance of evidence points to the defendant's guilt.

informal There's a preponderance of chocolate desserts at the buffet.

slang I can't believe the preponderance of drama in this group chat.

figurative Her preponderance of kindness towards others is truly admirable.

Grammatical Forms of preponderance

• past tense: preponderated
• plural: preponderances
• comparative: more preponderant
• superlative: most preponderant
• present tense: preponderates
• future tense: will preponderate
• perfect tense: has preponderated
• continuous tense: is preponderating
• singular: preponderance
• positive degree: preponderant
• infinitive: to preponderate
• gerund: preponderating
• participle: preponderating

Origin and Evolution of preponderance

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'preponderance' originated from Latin roots, with the prefix 'pre-' meaning before or in advance, and 'ponderare' meaning to weigh. It was later adapted into Middle English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense to mean 'weighing more', 'preponderance' evolved to refer to a superiority in weight, power, importance, or influence. In legal contexts, it came to signify the greater weight of evidence or probability in a case.