electoral

[ ih-lek-ter-uhl, ee-lek-tawr-uhl ]

adjective

1. pertaining to electors or election.
2. consisting of electors.

electoral

/ ɪˈlɛktərəl /

adjective

1. relating to or consisting of electors

Derived Forms

• eˈlectorally, adverb

Other Words From

• e·lec·tor·al·ly adverb
• pseu·do·e·lec·tor·al adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of electoral¹

First recorded in 1665–75; elector + -al ¹

Example Sentences

If Donald Trump had to win, it’s good that he prevailed in both the archaic electoral college and the national popular vote.

From Los Angeles Times

When they were focused on defeating a common enemy — Democrats — Republicans were able to set aside their differences to get Trump over the electoral line.

From Salon

Afterwards, he credited God for his electoral success, and continued this practice of criss-crossing the country to attend a different church each Sunday.

From BBC

Clinton gained 2.8 million more votes than Trump in her electoral loss.

From Salon

What’s more, the correlation between satisfaction and electoral outcomes isn’t even very close.

From Salon

Related Words

• elective