Definitions and Examples of mainland, majority
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The main part of a country or continent, as distinguished from an island or peninsula.
Example
The people living on the mainland have access to more resources and opportunities than those living on the islands.
The greater number or part; more than half of a total.
Example
The majority of the population in this country speaks English as their first language.
Key Differences: mainland vs majority
- 1Mainland refers to the main part of a country or continent, while enclave refers to a group or community that is separate from the larger society.
- 2Majority refers to the greater number or part, while enclave implies a smaller group or community that is distinct from the larger society.
Effective Usage of mainland, majority
- 1Geography: Use mainland to describe the main part of a country or continent, and enclave to describe a group or community that is separate from the larger society.
- 2Politics: Use majority to describe the greater number or part of a population, and enclave to describe a smaller group or community that is distinct from the larger society.
- 3Sociology: Use these antonyms to discuss the concepts of inclusion and exclusion in society.
Remember this!
The antonyms of enclave are mainland and majority. Use mainland to describe the main part of a country or continent, and majority to describe the greater number or part of a population. Use enclave to describe a group or community that is separate from the larger society. These antonyms can be used in geography, politics, and sociology to discuss the concepts of inclusion and exclusion in society.
