Preponderance
/prɪˈpɑːndərəns/noun
The condition of being greater in number or amount.
The preponderance of evidence against the accused led to his conviction.
Often appears as...
- preponderance of evidence
- preponderance of the proof
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Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Often used in legal settings to describe evidence that's more convincing than the opposition's.
The jury found a preponderance of evidence suggesting the defendant's guilt.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Totality
Indicates more of something, but not necessarily all or total dominance.
A preponderance of votes was enough to pass the bill, though not everyone agreed.
Pro Tip 3/3Quantitative Edge
Suggests a measurable advantage in number or amount, rather than a qualitative edge.
His preponderance of experience gave him an edge in the job competition.
Compare with
ascendancycommandcontroldominancehegemonymajorityprimacysuperiority
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