Synonyms for

Caucus

Verb / ˈkɔ:kʌs / / ˈkɑ:kʌs / Another word for caucus — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a meeting of members of a political party or group to select candidates or decide on policy

Synonyms & similar words

meeting assembly gathering convention conference summit session conclave convocation symposium forum parley consultation debate discussion deliberation colloquium roundtable panel seminar

Synonyms by register

Formal

meeting assembly convention gathering

Informal

huddle powwow summit meetup

Literary

convocation congress

Antonyms

individual outsider nonmember unaffiliated dissenter outsider

Common collocations

  • caucus meeting
  • caucus group
  • caucus system
  • caucus vote
  • caucus reform
  • caucus leader
  • caucus debate

Word family

noun caucus
verb caucus

Usage note

Primarily used in a political context to refer to a meeting of members of a particular political party or faction. Can also refer to the meeting itself.

Example sentences

  1. The caucus members discussed the best way to approach the upcoming election.
  2. The caucus decided to endorse a candidate for governor.
  3. The caucus was held in a large conference room.
  4. The caucus lasted for several hours.
  5. The caucus was attended by party leaders from around the state.

Quotes

  • "I think it's a very important role for the caucus to play in choosing the next nominee for president." - Bernie Sanders
  • "The caucus is where decisions are made." - Barack Obama
  • "The caucus is a chance for grassroots activists to have their voices heard." - Elizabeth Warren

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