noun Uncommon

reelection

Reelection (noun) means being elected again to a position someone already holds. Example: “The mayor is running for reelection next year.”

noun

Being elected again to a position someone already holds.

"The mayor is running for reelection next year."

"Her reelection was seen as a vote of confidence from the public."

How to use reelection

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGetting voted back into the same job or office you already hold.

Common pairings

seek reelection run for reelection win reelection

Word forms

reelections plural

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Etymology

Simply re- ("again") plus election.

Rhymes for reelection

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reelection” mean?

The word “reelection” means being elected again to a position someone already holds. In plain terms, getting voted back into the same job or office you already hold.

How do you use “reelection” in a sentence?

Here is “reelection” used in a sentence: “The mayor is running for reelection next year.”

What part of speech is “reelection”?

“Reelection” is a noun.

Is “reelection” a common word?

“Reelection” is an uncommon word in modern English.