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Reelection: meaning, definitions and examples

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reelection

 

[ riːɪˈlɛkʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political process

Reelection refers to the act of being elected again to a previously held position, most commonly associated with political offices. It occurs after a term has expired and a candidate seeks to regain their position through a new election. The process is often subjected to various campaigns and debates. Reelection can reflect the public's satisfaction with the incumbent's performance or the effectiveness of their policies while in office.

Synonyms

continuation, reappointment, return

Examples of usage

  • The senator announced his candidacy for reelection.
  • Her successful reelection was celebrated by her supporters.
  • The president is campaigning hard for reelection next year.

Translations

Translations of the word "reelection" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reeleição

🇮🇳 पुनः चुनाव

🇩🇪 Wiederwahl

🇮🇩 pemilihan kembali

🇺🇦 перевибори

🇵🇱 ponowne wybory

🇯🇵 再選

🇫🇷 réélection

🇪🇸 reelección

🇹🇷 yeniden seçim

🇰🇷 재선

🇸🇦 إعادة الانتخاب

🇨🇿 znovuzvolení

🇸🇰 znovuzvolenie

🇨🇳 重新选举

🇸🇮 ponovna volitev

🇮🇸 endurval

🇰🇿 қайта сайлау

🇬🇪 მეორედ არჩევნები

🇦🇿 təkrar seçki

🇲🇽 reelección

Etymology

The term 'reelection' is formed by the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the word 'election', which comes from the Latin 'electio', meaning 'to choose'. The concept of reelection has its roots in democratic governance, where officials are periodically chosen through elections to represent the people. Its use dates back to the early days of representative democracy in various countries, particularly in the 19th century. The practice became more formalized with the establishment of regular electoral cycles, allowing incumbents the opportunity to present their record before the electorate. The frequency and nature of reelections can vary significantly based on the political system, with some countries employing fixed terms, while others may allow for more frequent elections based on political conditions. Reelection campaigns often become focal points of political discourse, as candidates argue for their past accomplishments and future plans, aiming to secure the trust of their voters once again.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,500, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.