Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

majorities

noun

mə-ˈjȯr-ə-tē

Definition

The greater number or part of something, especially when referring to votes or groups.

Examples

In a democratic vote, the majorities often determine the outcome of the decision.
Every year, majorities of students choose to participate in the various extracurricular activities available.
The majorities held a different opinion compared to the minority group during the discussion.

Meaning

Majorities refer to more than half of a total number of parts, especially in context where a decision needs to be made or an opinion needs to be represented.