electoral — relating to elections or the process of electing representatives
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to elections or the process of electing representatives
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlektərəl/
Example Sentences
- The electoral map looked like a patchwork quilt after the close election.
- Students need to understand the electoral process before they can vote.
- The electoral debate turned into a comedy show when both candidates forgot their talking points.
electoral
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈlektərəl/]
relating to elections or the process of electing representatives
Electoral officials carefully counted every ballot after the election ended.
The electoral system allows every citizen to vote fairly. (🗳️ Election + 🗣️ Voting → Electoral)
The electoral campaign ended successfully before the national election.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Electoral derives from the Latin noun 'elector', meaning 'one who elects or chooses'. In ancient Rome, this term referred to citizens who selected magistrates and officials, and the word evolved to describe the modern system of elections and voting processes.
Breakdown
elector (Latin: one who chooses, from eligere 'to select') + -al (adjective suffix forming relational adjectives).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The electoral map looked like a patchwork quilt after the close election.”
“Students need to understand the electoral process before they can vote.”
“The electoral debate turned into a comedy show when both candidates forgot their talking points.”
“Electoral reforms are necessary to ensure fair representation.”
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