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Electioneering: meaning, definitions and examples

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electioneering

 

[ ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪrɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

political campaign

The act of actively participating in a political campaign, especially in seeking votes or public support.

Synonyms

campaigning, election campaigning, political activism

Examples of usage

  • Electioneering plays a crucial role in shaping the outcome of elections.
  • Political parties engage in electioneering to promote their candidates.
Context #2 | Verb

political context

To take part in activities designed to influence voters in favor of a particular candidate or party.

Synonyms

campaigning, lobbying, persuading

Examples of usage

  • The candidate spent weeks electioneering in key battleground states.
  • Electioneering tactics include canvassing, phone banking, and public speeches.

Translations

Translations of the word "electioneering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 campanha eleitoral

🇮🇳 चुनाव प्रचार

🇩🇪 Wahlkampf

🇮🇩 kampanye pemilu

🇺🇦 передвиборча агітація

🇵🇱 kampania wyborcza

🇯🇵 選挙活動 (せんきょかつどう)

🇫🇷 campagne électorale

🇪🇸 campaña electoral

🇹🇷 seçim kampanyası

🇰🇷 선거 운동 (선거 유세)

🇸🇦 الحملة الانتخابية

🇨🇿 volební kampaň

🇸🇰 volebná kampaň

🇨🇳 竞选活动 (jìng xuǎn huó dòng)

🇸🇮 volilna kampanja

🇮🇸 kosningabarátta

🇰🇿 сайлауалды үгіт-насихат

🇬🇪 საპრეზიდენტო კამპანია

🇦🇿 seçki kampaniyası

🇲🇽 campaña electoral

Etymology

The term 'electioneering' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'election' and 'engineering'. It refers to the strategic efforts and activities involved in influencing the outcome of elections. Electioneering has evolved over time with the advancement of technology, media, and communication methods.

See also: elect, electing, election, elector, electoral.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,028, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.