Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
election
noun
/ɪˈlɛkʃən/
Definition
A formal and organized process through which individuals vote to select candidates for public office or to decide on specific policies.
Examples
- The presidential election takes place every four years.
- Many citizens participated in the local election to express their views.
- The results of the election will be announced next week.
Meaning
The act of choosing someone for a position or deciding on an issue through voting.
Synonyms
- vote
- poll
- referendum
- selection
