Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
re-election
noun
/ˌriː.ɪˈlɛk.ʃən/
Definition
The act of electing someone again to the same office or position.
Examples
- The mayor won his re-election by a wide margin.
- In a surprising turn of events, the senator faced challenges in his re-election campaign.
Meaning
Re-election refers to the process by which an incumbent, or current holder of an office, is elected for an additional term after their original term has ended.
Synonyms
- reappointment
- return
- reinstatement
