Word MINORITY: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

minority

🇺🇸 [maɪˈnɔrɪti]

Meanings

A smaller part of a population that differs in some way from the larger group. Minority status can be based on ethnicity, belief, or political alignment, often leading to unique cultural perspectives.

Examples

• The legislation protects the rights of minority groups.
• They represent a minority in their community.
• Minority opinions are important in decision-making.

Synonyms

subgroup • faction • small group

Antonyms

majority • dominance • prevalence