Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pluralities
Noun
/plʊəˈrælətiːz/
Definition
The state of being plural or multiple; a condition where there are several or many of something.
Examples
- In the election, the candidate won by a plurality of votes.
- The study examined the pluralities of opinions expressed in the survey.
- Our team celebrates the pluralities of cultures represented in our community.
Meaning
Pluralities refer to situations where there are multiple individuals, groups, or elements, often contrasted with singularity or unity.
Synonyms
- multiplicity
- variety
- multiple
- diversity
- abundance
