majority — the greater number or part; more than half of a total
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the greater number or part; more than half of a total
Pronunciation (IPA): /məˈdʒɔːrəti/
Example Sentences
- The majority of my friends think pineapple pizza is a crime against humanity.
- A majority of voters supported the new policy.
- The majority of cats believe they are the real owners of the house.
majority
NOUN[/məˈdʒɔːrəti/]
the greater number or part; more than half of a total
The majority of the students voted for the new school uniform.
The majority chose pizza for lunch. (Most People + Same Choice → Majority)
Follow the majority, or stand alone against the minority.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'majorité', derived from Latin 'maior' meaning 'greater' or 'larger', combined with the suffix '-ity' indicating a state or condition.
Breakdown
major- (greater, larger, from Latin maior) + -ity (state/condition) = majority
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The majority of my friends think pineapple pizza is a crime against humanity.”
“A majority of voters supported the new policy.”
“The majority of cats believe they are the real owners of the house.”
“She won the election by a large majority.”
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