Majority
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3
Quantitative Context
Use 'majority' when referring to the greater part or number in a group of entities. The majority of students prefer having classes online.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Always Total
'Majority' indicates more than half, but not necessarily the whole. A majority of the pie has been eaten, but some is left.
Pro Tip 3/3
Subject Variability
Understand that 'majority' can apply to people, opinions, or objects in various contexts. The majority of today's news articles focus on the environment.