Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minority-party
noun
/məˈnɔrɪti ˈpɑrti/
Definition
A political party that holds fewer seats than the majority party in a legislative body.
Examples
- The minority party struggled to pass their proposed legislation due to lack of support.
- In the last election, the minority party gained a few more seats, showcasing a shift in public opinion.
Meaning
In a legislative context, the minority party refers to the political party with less representation compared to its opponents.
Synonyms
- opposition party
- smaller party
- lesser party
