How Do You Spell ELECTIONEER?

Pronunciation: [ɪlˈɛkʃənˈi͡ə] (IPA)

Electioneer is a verb that means to work in an election campaign or to promote a candidate. The spelling of this word may be confusing because of the unusual letter combination "ctio" in the middle. However, the IPA phonetic transcription of this word, /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪər/, can help to clarify its pronunciation. The letters "ctio" are pronounced as "shə", and the stress falls on the third syllable. So, the correct spelling of this word is "electioneer".

ELECTIONEER Meaning and Definition

  1. Electioneer is a verb that refers to the act of engaging in political campaigning or working towards influencing the outcome of an election. It involves actively promoting a candidate, cause, or political party to the public, with the aim of garnering support and securing votes.

    The term is commonly used in a political context, describing activities such as holding rallies, organizing public meetings, making speeches, distributing campaign literature, and utilizing media platforms to persuade voters. An electioneer can be an individual, a group, or an organization that actively participates in the election process.

    Electioneering often involves strategic planning and employing various techniques to sway public opinion and gain an advantage over opponents. This may include targeting specific demographics, conducting opinion polls, managing social media campaigns, and utilizing advertising or public relations methods.

    The term also extends to activities that may go beyond conventional campaigning, such as lobbying, fundraising, and providing financial support to candidates or political parties. Electioneering may sometimes involve negative tactics, such as spreading false information about opponents or engaging in personal attacks.

    Overall, electioneering is an essential aspect of the democratic process, enabling active participation and the exercise of political rights. It plays a vital role in shaping public opinion, influencing voter behavior, and ultimately determining the outcome of elections.

  2. To make interest for a candidate, usually as M.P.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for ELECTIONEER

Etymology of ELECTIONEER

The word "electioneer" is derived from the combination of two words: "election" and "engineer".

The term "election" is derived from the Latin word "electionem", which means "the act of choosing or picking out". It entered the English language in the 14th century and originally referred to the process of selecting a church official. Over time, its meaning expanded to include the act of choosing a political representative.

The word "engineer" comes from the Latin word "ingeniator", which means "deviser, designer, or contriver". It was initially used in the 14th century to describe someone who designed military engines or siege machines. Later, its meaning broadened to refer to someone who designs, constructs, or solves complex problems.

The combination of "election" and "engineer" in "electioneer" dates back to the 17th century.

Similar spelling words for ELECTIONEER

Conjugate verb Electioneer

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have electioneered
you would have electioneered
he/she/it would have electioneered
we would have electioneered
they would have electioneered
I would have electioneer
you would have electioneer
he/she/it would have electioneer
we would have electioneer
they would have electioneer

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been electioneering
you would have been electioneering
he/she/it would have been electioneering
we would have been electioneering
they would have been electioneering

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would electioneer
you would electioneer
he/she/it would electioneer
we would electioneer
they would electioneer

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be electioneering
you would be electioneering
he/she/it would be electioneering
we would be electioneering
they would be electioneering

FUTURE

I will electioneer
you will electioneer
he/she/it will electioneer
we will electioneer
they will electioneer

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be electioneering
you will be electioneering
he/she/it will be electioneering
we will be electioneering
they will be electioneering

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have electioneered
you will have electioneered
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they will have electioneered

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been electioneering
you will have been electioneering
he/she/it will have been electioneering
we will have been electioneering
they will have been electioneering

IMPERATIVE

you electioneer
we let´s electioneer

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to electioneer

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was electioneering
you were electioneering
he/she/it was electioneering
we were electioneering
they were electioneering

PAST PARTICIPLE

electioneered

PAST PERFECT

I had electioneered
you had electioneered
he/she/it had electioneered
we had electioneered
they had electioneered

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been electioneering
you had been electioneering
he/she/it had been electioneering
we had been electioneering
they had been electioneering

PRESENT

I electioneer
you electioneer
he/she/it electioneers
we electioneer
they electioneer

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am electioneering
you are electioneering
he/she/it is electioneering
we are electioneering
they are electioneering

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

electioneering

PRESENT PERFECT

I have electioneered
you have electioneered
he/she/it has electioneered
we have electioneered
they have electioneered

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been electioneering
you have been electioneering
he/she/it has been electioneering
we have been electioneering
they have been electioneering

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it electioneer

SIMPLE PAST

I electioneered
you electioneered
he/she/it electioneered
we electioneered
they electioneered

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