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Definition of election - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
voting processprocess where people vote to choose leaders
- The election will be held next month.
2.
politicspublic vote on a specific proposal
- The election on the new law will occur soon.
3.
religionTECH. theological concept of divine predestinationTECH.
- Calvinists discuss the doctrine of election.
Expressions with election
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widespread public enthusiasm and activity related to an election
Election fever has taken over the city with rallies and debates everywhere.
win a majority in an election
The candidate managed to carry an election with ease.
make a strong effort to win an election
They are determined to fight an election and win.
day designated for voting in elections
Election day is a public holiday in some countries.
the evening when votes are counted in an election
Everyone gathered around the TV on election night to see the results.
organized series of activities to influence voters
The candidate's election campaign focused on healthcare reform..
happening or existing after an election
The post-election period was full of debates.
set time when campaign activities or voting for an election take place
During the election period, candidates traveled nationwide to meet voters.
set of promises and plans a candidate offers when seeking votes
The party’s election platform focused on health care and education.
organize and run a vote to choose people or decide questions
The committee will hold an election to choose the new chairperson.
election for Congress held between presidential elections
The midterm election shifted the balance of power in Congress.
voting event where people choose who will serve as president
The country held a presidential election every five years.
in the UK, an election for Parliament representatives
The UK holds a general election every five years.
available to be chosen in a voting process
The seat put up for election was highly contested.
manipulation of vote counts to alter results
Election fraud was suspected when the numbers didn't match.
happening or existing before an election
The pre-election polls showed a close race.
division for organizing voting in elections
The city is divided into several election districts for the upcoming vote.
official report showing votes counted in an election
The election return showed a close race between the candidates.
election called earlier than scheduled
The prime minister announced a snap election next month.
special election held between regular elections
The bye-election was scheduled after the MP resigned.
election held online using computer technology
The country held its first e-election last year.
official vote for leaders held before the usual planned date
The government called an early election after losing support in parliament.
person who watches an election to check fair and correct procedures
Each election observer carefully noted any problems at the polling station.
political vote where people choose candidates without pressure or unfair limits
Observers confirmed that the country held its first free election in decades.
Origin of election
Latin, ex (out) + legere (to choose)
Terms with election included in their meaning
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election slip
piece of paper used to vote
polling activity
the process of voting in an election
candidate list
list of candidates for an election
politics
person running in an election
election
formal choice in an election or meeting
total votes
the total number of votes cast in an election
election participant
person who votes in an election
election
process of making a choice in an election
election location
place where people go to vote in an election
election
race between candidates for elective office
voting
choose a candidate in an election
election result
difference between winning and other votes
vote count
total number of votes recorded in an election
politics
receive a specific number of votes in an election
election
the results of voting in an election
politics
preliminary election to select a political candidate
elected
having been chosen in an election
election
related to the process of casting votes
voting right
right to participate in an election
election map
district represented by elected officials
voting population
body of people entitled to vote in an election
politics
elected official with reduced power after losing election
election activities
organized activities to influence public decision or vote
politics
organized effort to win an election
Examples of election in a sentence
She campaigned hard for the upcoming election. The election results will be announced tomorrow. Citizens eagerly awaited the election outcome. The pastor explained the concept of election in his sermon. Election is a key topic in theological studies.
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- French:élection, consultation populaire, ...
- German:Wahl, Abstimmung, ...
- Italian:elezione, referendum, ...
- Spanish:elección, referéndum, ...
- Portuguese:eleição, votação, ...
- Chinese:选举, 公投, ...
- Japanese:選挙, 国民投票, ...
- Arabic:انتخابات, استفتاء, ...
- Hebrew:בְּחִירוֹת, הַצְבָּעָה, ...
- Russian:выборы, голосование, ...
- Ukrainian:вибори, референдум, ...
- Hindi:चुनाव, चयन, ...
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