Synonyms for

Electoral

Verb / ɪˈlektɜ:ʌl / Another word for electoral — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to elections or the process of electing someone to a position

Synonyms & similar words

voting ballot poll election voter democratic representative constituency nomination campaign candidate politics democracy franchise suffrage citizen mandate referendum plebiscite electorate

Synonyms by register

Formal

elective voting ballot-based polling

Informal

voting election-related

Antonyms

unelected appointed non-voting unselected autocratic dictatorial

Common collocations

  • electoral process
  • electoral college
  • electoral system
  • electoral reform
  • electoral fraud
  • electoral map
  • electoral commission
  • electoral district

Word family

noun election
adverb electively

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of elections and voting. Avoid using it to describe something that is merely 'chosen' without a formal voting process.

Example sentences

  1. The electoral college determines the winner of the presidential election.
  2. I am old enough to vote in the next electoral cycle.
  3. The electoral process is an important part of our democracy.
  4. The candidate won the electoral vote but lost the popular vote.
  5. The electoral map showed a clear divide between red states and blue states.

Quotes

  • The electoral system is not something that people can take for granted. It is important to participate in the process. - Hillary Clinton
  • The electoral college is a disaster for a democracy. - Donald Trump
  • The electoral process is the cornerstone of our democracy. - Nancy Pelosi

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