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The Chinese term "绝大多数" is formed through a combination of the intensifying adverb "绝" (meaning "absolutely" or "extremely") and the noun phrase "大多数" (meaning "the great majority" or "most"). Grammatically, "绝" functions as a prefix-like modifier that amplifies the degree expressed by "大多数", transforming the meaning from a simple "majority" to an "overwhelming" or "vast majority", thereby emphasizing near-totality. This structure is a common pattern in Chinese where an adverb is placed before a nominal phrase to create a compound with a heightened, more definitive sense.

Word Definition - 绝大多数

jué dà duō shù the vast majority