Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
political-clout
noun
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl klɑʊt/
Definition
Political clout refers to the influence or power that an individual, group, or organization has in the political sphere.
Examples
- The senator used his political clout to secure funding for the new infrastructure project.
- Advocacy groups often seek to increase their political clout to influence legislation.
- Her political clout was evident when she managed to rally support for the controversial policy.
Meaning
It implies the ability to affect decisions, policies, or actions within a political context, often leveraging relationships, resources, or authority.
Synonyms
- political power
- influence
- leverage
- authority
- clout
