수나 양이 더 많음 또는 그러한 상태
the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or amount
예문:
"The preponderance of small businesses in the region contributes to a diverse local economy."
"There is a clear preponderance of female students in the nursing department this year."
힘, 중요성, 영향력 등이 다른 것보다 뛰어남
the quality of being more important, powerful, or influential than others
예문:
"The preponderance of the ruling party in parliament allowed for the swift passage of the bill."
"Despite the preponderance of traditional media, digital platforms are gaining significant ground."
민사 재판에서 한쪽의 증거가 상대방보다 더 설득력 있는 상태
the greater weight of evidence required in a civil lawsuit to decide in favor of one side
예문:
"In civil cases, the plaintiff must prove their claim by a preponderance of the evidence."
"The jury found that the preponderance of evidence supported the defendant's version of events."