Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A term used to describe the greater part or the largest number of a group, often more than half.
Majority
/məˈdʒɒrəti/Synonyms:
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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.
Etymology:
The word majority originates from the Medieval Latin term majoritas, which is derived from major, meaning greater or larger. It came into use in the English language during the late 15th century.
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