election
- 01 B1 Intermediate
a formal event where people vote to choose a leader, such as a president or a member of parliament.
the formal process of selecting a representative or official by popular vote.
Simple“The country is holding a general election next month to choose a new prime minister.”
In context“The upcoming general election has prompted intense debate regarding economic policy and healthcare reform across the nation.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of choosing someone for a job or position by voting.
the act or instance of electing someone to a specific office or position.
Simple“Her election as class president surprised many of her classmates.”
In context“His unexpected election to the board of directors followed a series of high-profile departures within the executive team.”
Synonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
the belief in some Christian groups that God chooses certain people to be saved.
the theological doctrine of God's predestination of individuals for salvation.
Simple“The preacher spoke about the doctrine of divine election during the service.”
In context“The concept of unconditional election remains a central tenet of traditional Calvinist theology, distinguishing it from other Protestant traditions.”
Synonymspredestination
Usage election day · election fraud · election campaign
From Middle English eleccioun, eleccion, from Anglo-Norman eleccioun, from Latin ēlectiōn-, stem of ēlectiō (“choice, selection”), from ēligō (“to pluck out, to choose”). Equivalent to elect + -ion.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.