minority Synonyms
Another word for minority
• noun (Context 1)
The smaller number or part of a group, especially a number that is less than half of the whole total or less than the number of votes on the other side.
"Only a small fraction of the committee members voted against the new budget proposal."
• noun (Context 2)
A relatively small group of people within a society or community that differs from the dominant population in race, ethnicity, religion, language, or other shared characteristics.
"The legislation was designed to protect the rights of linguistic and religious minorities across the region."
• adjective (Context 3)
Relating to, belonging to, or constituting a smaller numerical part or distinct subgroup within a larger population, organization, or legislative body.
"The company sold a nonmajority stake in its overseas subsidiary to raise capital for research."
• noun (Context 4)
The state or period of being under the legal age of full adult responsibility and citizenship.
"The inheritance was held in a trust fund throughout the heir's nonage."
Opposites of minority
The opposite of minority shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: