In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which…
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word and click the button corresponding to it.
Preponderant
Answer: B. Prevalent — Correct answer: Prevalent Explanation The word preponderant means predominant in influence, number, or importance. The word prevalent means widespread,…
- A.
Risible
- B.
Prevalent
- C.
Preposterous
- D.
Perfunctory
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Correct answer: B
Correct answer: Prevalent
Explanation
The word preponderant means predominant in influence, number, or importance.
The word prevalent means widespread, prevailing, or dominant, so it matches the meaning of preponderant.
Why the other words are incorrect:
Risible — provoking laughter; laughable or ridiculous, not meaning predominant.
Preposterous — absurd or contrary to reason; does not convey being predominant.
Perfunctory — done with minimal effort or interest; not synonymous with predominant.
Examples
In youth, passion is preponderant.
Red was the preponderant color in the room.