minority
Translation
minority
Examples
Ethnic minorities often face discrimination.
Ethnic minorities often face discrimination.
A minority of people supported the new law.
A minority of people supported the new law.
Grammar Patterns
a minority of ((plural noun)) a smaller part of a group A minority of students passed the exam.
in the minority being part of the smaller group His opinion was in the minority.
Similar Words
Synonyms: smaller part; Antonyms: majority
Etymology
From Latin 'minor' (lesser) and the suffix '-ity' denoting a state or condition.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'minor' group. The word 'minor' itself means smaller or less important.