Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

minorities

noun

/maɪˈnɔːrɪtiz/

Definition

Groups of people who differ in some way from the larger population in a society.

Examples

In many countries, minorities face challenges related to representation and rights.
The government introduced policies to support the education of ethnic minorities.
Minorities often bring diverse perspectives and cultural richness to society.

Meaning

Minorities refer to demographic groups that are smaller in number compared to the majority group, often distinguished by characteristics such as ethnicity, religion, or language.