presidency
PREH-zih-duhn-see
Presidency (noun) means the office of president, or the period during which someone holds it. Example: “Many people wrote books about the long presidency of the club's founder.”
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The office of president, or the period during which someone holds it.
"Ernest was a historian specializing in the presidency of Herbert Hoover."
"Many people wrote books about the long presidency of the club's founder."
"In France, a presidency lasts for five years."
"His presidency lasted two full terms."
"Her presidency was marked by economic reform."
"After many years as a party leader, she finally ascended to the presidency."
How to use presidency
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA president's term in office, or the office itself.
Common pairings
run for the presidency
during his presidency
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- presidencies
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin praesidentia, built on "president" plus "-cy."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for presidency
agency
latency
urgency
potency
decency
regency
currency
tendency
clemency
leniency
frequency
emergency
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Frequently asked questions
What does “presidency” mean?
The word “presidency” means the office of president, or the period during which someone holds it. In plain terms, a president's term in office, or the office itself.
How do you pronounce “presidency”?
“Presidency” is pronounced PREH-zih-duhn-see (/ˈpɹɛzɪdənsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “presidency” in a sentence?
Here is “presidency” used in a sentence: “His presidency lasted two full terms.”
What is another word for “presidency”?
Words with a similar meaning to “presidency” include presidenthood and presidentship.
What part of speech is “presidency”?
“Presidency” is a noun.
Where does the word “presidency” come from?
The word “presidency” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin praesidentia, built on "president" plus "-cy.".
Is “presidency” a common word?
“Presidency” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between 'presidency' and 'president'?
'President' is the person who holds the office, while 'presidency' is the office itself or the period during which someone holds it. So a president serves during their presidency.
What is the difference between 'presidency' and 'administration'?
A 'presidency' is the office of president, or the time someone holds it. An 'administration' refers more specifically to the president together with the officials and policies of their government during that period.
What is the difference between 'presidency' and 'term'?
A 'term' is a fixed length of time an official is elected to serve, such as a four-year term. A 'presidency' refers to the office of president or the whole period a person holds it, which may cover one or more terms.
Is 'presidency' capitalized?
'Presidency' is usually written in lowercase as a common noun. It may be capitalized when it forms part of a title or refers formally to a specific office, following the same conventions as other institutional nouns.
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