Synonyms for

Majors

Verb / ˈmeɪdʒɜ:z / Another word for majors — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The plural form of major, meaning a student's main field of study in college or the military rank above captain.

Synonyms & similar words

johnrmajor majorleague bigleague johnmajor major johnroymajor specializations concentrations disciplines subjects areas courses majors programs tracks streams branches lines fields vocations professions occupations careers trades callings

Synonyms by register

Formal

principal primary chief leading

Informal

big main key important

Literary

paramount foremost

Antonyms

minor trivial unimportant insignificant secondary lesser

Common collocations

  • major league
  • major concern
  • major issue
  • major breakthrough
  • major factor
  • major impact
  • major event
  • major change

Word family

noun majority
verb major
adjective major

Usage note

As an adjective, 'major' often contrasts with 'minor'. As a verb, it refers to specializing in a particular subject of study.

Example sentences

  1. I am majoring in biology and minoring in art.
  2. She changed her major from engineering to business.
  3. My brother is a history major and wants to be a teacher.
  4. The school offers majors in computer science, psychology, and nursing.
  5. Choosing a major can be a difficult decision for some students.

Quotes

  • 'Don't major in the minors.' - Jim Rohn
  • 'I did play-by-play for high school football games, but I was terrible at it. I would always get things wrong. I still have a lot of respect for those who do it well, though. It is a major talent.' - Joe Buck
  • 'I'm majoring in philosophy, which is really easy because I'm an atheist.' - Demetri Martin

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