preponderance
UK: prɪˈpɒndərəns | US: prɪˈpɑːndərəns
n. the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance
n. (formal) superiority in weight, power, or influence
preponderance = pre<before> + ponder<weigh> + ance<noun suffix>
- pre (from Latin prae, meaning "before" or "in front of")
- ponder (from Latin ponderare, meaning "to weigh")
- ance (a noun-forming suffix indicating a state or quality, from Latin -antia)
Etymology Origin:
The word preponderance traces back to Latin praeponderare ("to outweigh"), combining prae- (before) and ponderare (to weigh). It originally described literal physical weight but evolved metaphorically to denote superiority in influence, number, or importance. The suffix -ance solidifies its role as a noun describing a state of dominance.
The preponderance of evidence supports the theory.
There was a clear preponderance of votes in favor of the new policy.
The preponderance of economic power lies with developed nations.
His argument lacked preponderance due to insufficient data.
The preponderance of rainy days this month disrupted outdoor plans.