minorities
Pronunciation: [maɪˈnɔːrətiz]
Word
Context: “social groups”
(noun) a group of people who are different from the larger group in some way, like by race, religion, or language. Minorities often have fewer people in society compared to the majority group.
Example
In our school, we celebrate the cultures of different minorities to learn more about them.
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It's not fair when minorities are ignored or treated badly just because they are different.
Example
What can we do to help minorities feel included in our community?
Context: “law”
(noun) a group of people under a certain age, typically those who are younger than 18 years. They have different rights compared to adults.
Example
Many programs are designed to help minorities develop skills before they reach adulthood.
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Minors cannot vote or make certain decisions without adult permission.
Example
How can we ensure that minors have a voice in decisions that affect them?
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