Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
majority-opinion
noun
/məˈdʒɒrɪti əˈpɪnjən/
Definition
The opinion that is held by more than half of a group, often referred to in the context of voting or decision-making processes.
Examples
- The majority opinion in the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the plaintiff.
- In the meeting, the majority opinion was to proceed with the new project.
- The poll results showed a majority opinion supporting the proposed legislation.
Meaning
The majority opinion reflects the views or preferences of the larger part of a group or population. It is commonly associated with democratic processes where decisions are made based on what the majority believes or wants.
Synonyms
- consensus
- prevailing opinion
- common view
