Master confusing words with ease
Majority vs. Plurality
Majority
/məˈdʒɒrəti/Examples:
"The majority want the privilege of examining the books.A majority of voters supported the new policy change.In the council, the majority decided to pass the resolution.
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Plurality
/plʊˈræləti/Examples:
The council's decision relied on a simple plurality.Her ideas had a plurality of influences, blending seamlessly.The art exhibit showcased a plurality of styles and mediums.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Plurality refers to the largest number of votes or portions in a group, but not more than half.
- Majority means more than half of the total votes or portions.
- A plurality can exist without a majority, while a majority always implies a plurality.
- The word plurality is often used in elections where no candidate has more than half of the votes.
- Remember, majority includes the root major, implying something larger or surpassing half.
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