Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

psephology

noun

/siːˈfɑːlədʒi/

Definition

The study of elections and voting behavior.

Examples

The psephology of the last election revealed surprising trends in voter turnout.
Researchers in psephology often utilize complex models to predict election outcomes.

Meaning

Psephology is a branch of political science that focuses on the analysis of election results and the patterns of voting. It involves the statistical analysis of public opinion and the influences that dictate how individuals cast their votes.