PLURALITY Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

plurality

noun

Definition of plurality

as in loads

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Recent Examples of plurality Obesity-fostering bacteria were found to represent a plurality in the gut microbiomes of American black bears. — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026 The poll found the majority of Republicans, 52%, and a plurality of MAGA supporters, 45%, oppose the controversial fund set up by the Justice Department to pay people who believe they’ve been victimized by the government. — Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 For the first time since 2022, films with a majority-BIPOC cast did not represent the plurality of streaming titles. — Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026 While both candidates are Black, McDuffie is doing noticeably better among Black voters, who represent a plurality of the DC electorate at 42%. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for plurality

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Noun

Transformers require specialized vehicles and heavy-duty trailers capable of carrying oversized loads.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026
Flawless routines and loads of amenities were once seen as the ultimate pillars of hospitality.

— Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

Definition of loads

Noun

This summer has been challenging, yet Newcastle are adamant that their 85 per cent majority owner, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), is determined to spend up to the maximum within the rules moving forward.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
While the majority of classicists are embracing the spectacle of Nolan’s blockbuster, opinions start to diverge when discussing his adaptation of Homer’s language for the screenplay.

— Antonio Ferme, Variety, 18 July 2026

Definition of majority

Noun

In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, ‘Millenium’ allium, ‘Cinderella’ milkweed, and clary sage.

— Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026
Many of these tracks barely touch two minutes, sometimes not even 90 seconds, and with such a profusion of directions, certain ideas feel fleeting to the point of frustration.

— Oba Awolowo, Pitchfork, 3 July 2026

Definition of profusion

Noun

Dickens has said extending the life of the tax districts is necessary to help develop Atlanta’s historically underserved neighborhoods and bridge the city’s massive wealth divide.

— Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
NASASpaceflight has a wealth of cameras installed around SpaceX's Starbase test facility, and the company will share up-close views and live commentary for all preflight activities.

— Tariq Malik, Space.com, 15 July 2026

Definition of wealth

Noun

The preponderance of white and cream colors, in the guest rooms and the lobby, also evoke the earlier Delano designs.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Meanwhile, two- to four-unit rental buildings that made up the preponderance of affordable housing for families in these areas have been lost to blight and disinvestment.

— Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Definition of preponderance

Noun

Advertisement Financial records are a key avenue for investigation but increasingly problematic with the sheer abundance of services available.

— Charlie Campbell, Time, 20 July 2026
Previous strong El Niños also have brought a lower abundance, and a more northward shift, of market squid, Leising told The Times.

— Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of abundance

Noun

Over years of judicious choosing and cutting, Chad turned our heap of mail into a book.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026
Bearing the Miley surname heaps pressure on to Mason’s shoulders, but the younger sibling is well regarded within the club and the hope is he will not be phased by Lewis’ rapid rise.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 10 July 2026

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