preponderant Synonyms & Antonyms
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Preponderant as an Adjective
1
Having greater or the greatest weight, quantity, importance or force.
The judge gave preponderant weight to the physical evidence.
Preponderant in a Sentence
The judge gave preponderant weight to the physical evidence.
Women continue to play a preponderant role in caregiving.
Word Forms & Grammar
preponderant (comparative more preponderant, superlative most preponderant)
Origin of Preponderant
From Latin praeponderāns, present participle of praeponderō (“to outweigh”).
Preponderant: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Having greater or the greatest weight, quantity, importance or force |
| Comparative / superlative | more preponderant, most preponderant |