Synonyms for

Mayoral

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

Definition

relating to a mayor or the office of mayor

Synonyms & similar words

mayoralty mayoralship mayorship mayorality mayoraltyship mayorshipship gubernatorial administrative official executive governmental regulatory supervisory directive ruling ruling-class ruling-party ruling-powers-that-be municipal

Synonyms by register

Formal

civic municipal governmental

Antonyms

non-elected unaffiliated independent private citizen civilian

Common collocations

  • mayoral election
  • mayoral race
  • mayoral office
  • mayoral duties
  • mayoral candidate
  • mayoral decree
  • mayoral authority
  • mayoral power

Word family

noun mayor
adjective mayoral

Usage note

Mayoral is an adjective specifically relating to a mayor or the office of mayor. It is not typically used in informal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The mayoral candidate promised to fix the potholes in our neighborhood.
  2. The mayor's mayoralty lasted for ten years.
  3. The mayoralship is a demanding job.
  4. The mayorality is an important position in our city.
  5. The mayoraltyship requires strong leadership skills.

Quotes

  • "The mayoral race is not a sprint, but a marathon." - Anthony Foxx
  • "The mayoral office is a gateway to public service." - Cory Booker
  • "The mayoralty is not about power, it's about service." - Rahm Emanuel

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