Majority Definition & Meaning

majority
noun
  1. the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part; "the majority of his customers prefer it"; "the bulk of the work is finished"
  2. (elections) more than half of the votes
  3. the age at which persons are considered competent to manage their own affairs

"Majority" in song lyrics

See how majority is used in real songs:

  • "You're no the minority, the unseen majority"
    Afu-Ra — Self Mastery
  • "Simultaneously dots eyes in his silent majority"
    Atoms Family — Oceans of Confusion
  • "Satan is the choice of the majority"
    The Cross Movement f/ Erica Arthur — I Love You Jesus

Usage tips for "majority"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "majority" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for majority to find words that pair well.

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