Synonyms for

Constituencies

Verb / kʌˈnstɪtʃu:ʌnsi:z / Another word for constituencies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A body of voters in a specified area who elect a representative to a legislative body.

Synonyms & similar words

constituency electorate voters citizens inhabitants populace residents community district ward precinct sector zone territory province state region division constituent member

Synonyms by register

Formal

electorate voting bloc constituency demographic

Informal

supporters voters base following

Literary

domain realm sphere

Antonyms

disregard neglect ignorance apathy indifference

Common collocations

  • safe constituency
  • marginal constituency
  • new constituency
  • constituency boundaries
  • represent a constituency
  • fight for a constituency
  • lose a constituency

Word family

noun constituency
verb constitute
adjective constituent
adverb consequently

Usage note

Primarily used in a political context to refer to a district represented by an elected official. Can also refer to a body of supporters or a specific group of people.

Example sentences

  1. The constituencies of the state voted for their governor.
  2. The city is divided into several constituencies for the election.
  3. The representative promised to work for the betterment of his constituency.
  4. The constituencies of the country have the right to vote for their leaders.
  5. The constituency of the area is largely composed of farmers.

Quotes

  • "The first duty of a government is to give education to the people." - Winston Churchill
  • "The vote is the most powerful instrument ever devised by man for breaking down injustice and destroying the terrible walls which imprison men because they are different from other men." - Lyndon B. Johnson
  • "The ballot is stronger than the bullet." - Abraham Lincoln

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