election
ih-LEHKSHN
Election (noun) means a formal process in which people vote to choose leaders or representatives. Example: “Our school council holds an election every year, and every class gets a vote.”
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A formal process in which people vote to choose leaders or representatives.
"Our school council holds an election every year, and every class gets a vote."
"The election is scheduled for early November."
"Millions of people turned out to vote in the presidential election."
How to use election
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe process of voting to pick leaders or representatives.
Common pairings
general election
win an election
election results
call an election
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Etymology
From Latin electio, "a choosing," from eligere, "to choose."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for election
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What does “election” mean?
The word “election” means a formal process in which people vote to choose leaders or representatives. In plain terms, the process of voting to pick leaders or representatives.
How do you pronounce “election”?
“Election” is pronounced ih-LEHKSHN (/ɪˈlɛkʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).
How do you use “election” in a sentence?
Here is “election” used in a sentence: “The election is scheduled for early November.”
What is another word for “election”?
Words with a similar meaning to “election” include chosenness.
What part of speech is “election”?
“Election” is a noun.
Where does the word “election” come from?
The word “election” comes from Latin. From Latin electio, "a choosing," from eligere, "to choose.".
Is “election” a common word?
“Election” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between an election and a referendum?
In an election, people vote to choose leaders or representatives, such as a president or members of parliament. In a referendum, people vote directly on a specific question or policy rather than for a person. An election picks who governs; a referendum decides an issue directly.
What are the main types of elections?
Elections include general elections that fill a whole legislature, presidential elections for a head of state, local elections for councils and mayors, and primary elections that choose a party's candidate. By-elections fill a single vacant seat. The type depends on which offices are being decided.
Why are elections important?
Elections give citizens a peaceful, formal way to choose their leaders and hold them accountable. They transfer power based on the will of voters rather than force or inheritance, which is a cornerstone of democratic government. Regular elections let people change direction without conflict.
What is an example of an election?
A national vote to choose a president or prime minister is a classic example, as is a local vote to elect a mayor or city council. In each case, people cast votes to decide who will represent or lead them, which is the heart of an election.
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