Definitions
- Referring to the state of being greater in number or amount than any other. - Talking about a group of people or things that form the largest segment within a larger whole. - Describing a situation where no single option or candidate has a majority, but one option has more votes than any other.
- Referring to a large number of people or things. - Talking about a crowd or throng of people. - Describing a diverse range of opinions or ideas.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a large number or amount.
- 2Both can be used to describe groups of people or things.
- 3Both can be used in political contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Definition: Plurality refers to being greater in number than any other, while multitude simply refers to a large number.
- 2Usage: Plurality is often used in technical or political contexts, while multitude is more general and can be used in various contexts.
- 3Connotation: Plurality can have a neutral or positive connotation, while multitude can have a negative connotation, implying chaos or disorder.
- 4Focus: Plurality emphasizes the largest segment within a larger whole, while multitude emphasizes the diversity or variety within a group.
Remember this!
Plurality and multitude both refer to a large number or amount, but they differ in their definition, usage, connotation, focus, and etymology. Plurality emphasizes being greater in number than any other and is often used in technical or political contexts, while multitude is more general and can have a negative connotation, emphasizing diversity or variety within a group.
