Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preponderate
verb
prɪˈpɒndəreɪt
Definition
To be greater in number, influence, or importance.
Examples
- In the debate, one argument preponderated over the others, leading to a clear consensus.
- As the study progressed, one group’s findings began to preponderate in the scientific community.
Meaning
To have a dominating or prevailing presence or effect.
Synonyms
- prevail
- dominate
- outweigh
- overbalance
- surpass
