mehrheitlich
Translation
by a majority, for the most part, mostly, predominantly
Examples
Der Vorschlag wurde mehrheitlich angenommen.
The proposal was accepted by a majority.
Die Bevölkerung ist mehrheitlich katholisch.
The population is predominantly Catholic.
Grammar Patterns
[adverb] by a majority, mostly The proposal was accepted by a majority.
Similar Words
Synonyms: größtenteils, überwiegend; Antonyms: minderheitlich
Etymology
From 'Mehrheit' (majority) plus the adjective/adverb suffix '-lich'. 'Mehrheit' itself comes from 'mehr' (more) plus the noun suffix '-heit'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Mehrheit' (majority) opinion. The '-lich' suffix makes it an adjective or adverb meaning 'by a majority'.