Spell Bee Word: preponderance

Basic Details

Word: Preponderance

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A greater amount or strength of something compared to others.

Synonyms: Dominance, superiority, prevalence

Antonyms: Lack, deficiency, scarcity

Idioms and Phrases

1. Preponderance of evidence: Refers to the greater weight of evidence required in a legal case. Example: "The jury concluded the case based on the preponderance of evidence presented during the trial."
2. Outweigh the preponderance: To have more importance or significance than something else. Example: "Her enthusiasm for the project outweighed the preponderance of challenges we faced."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The preponderance of voters supported the new law, leading to its passage.

Example 2: In the debate, she presented a preponderance of facts that swayed the audience’s opinion.

Example 3: The preponderance of evidence suggested that the team would win the championship this year.

Fun Fact

The word "preponderance" comes from the Latin term "praeponderare," which means "to weigh more." It highlights the concept of one thing being heavier or greater than another, not just in a physical sense but also in importance or influence.

Famous Quote

"The preponderance of evidence must guide our actions, not the loudest voices." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "preponderance" mean?

a) A small amount
b) A greater amount or strength
c) A type of animal
d) A musical instrument

Answer: b) A greater amount or strength

2. Which of these is a synonym of "preponderance"?

a) Scarcity
b) Dominance
c) Deficiency
d) Equality

Answer: b) Dominance

3. Which of the following is an antonym of "preponderance"?

a) Abundance
b) Superiority
c) Lack
d) Prevalence

Answer: c) Lack

4. Which sentence uses "preponderance" correctly?

a) The preponderance of rain made the picnic impossible.
b) The preponderance danced beautifully.
c) There was a preponderance of ice cream in winter.
d) A preponderance of books can fit in that small bag.

Answer: a) The preponderance of rain made the picnic impossible.

5. What does "preponderance of evidence" refer to?

a) The least amount of proof
b) The greater weight of evidence
c) The same amount of evidence
d) A type of law

Answer: b) The greater weight of evidence