Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
re-elect
verb
/ˌriː ɪˈlɛkt/
Definition
To elect someone again to a position or office.
Examples
- The citizens decided to re-elect the mayor due to his successful policies.
- Many believe it is important to re-elect leaders who have made positive changes.
Meaning
Re-elect refers to the action of choosing a person for a position, such as in government, a second time after they have served their initial term.
Synonyms
- reappoint
- rechoose
- reselect
