Majors

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪdʒər/

Majors (adjective)

  1. Very large or important, having a big effect.
  2. Relating to a musical scale with a happy sound.

Examples

  • The project was a major success.
  • A major decision needs careful thought.

Common collocations: major issue, major role, major impact, major chord, major scale

Majors (noun)

  1. The main subject a student studies at university.
  2. A high rank in the army, above captain and below lieutenant colonel.

Examples

  • She chose biology as her major.
  • His major is computer science.

Synonyms of Majors

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Majors

  • When referring to lesser importance or rank.