Election
Noun
UK
/ɪˈlek.ʃən/
US
/ɪˈlek.ʃən/
Definition
The process of choosing leaders by voting.
Example
"The election decides who leads the country."
"Every citizen above 18 has the right to vote in the national election."
"School elections are a fun way for children to learn about democracy and leadership."
Explanation
An election is an organised event where people vote to choose leaders. For example, in a country, citizens vote during an election to select a president, parliament, or mayor. Elections are important because they allow people to have a say in who governs them. The word can also be used outside politics, such as in schools, where students vote for a class leader. Elections can be local, national, or even small group decisions. They are based on fairness, choice, and the idea that the person or option with the most votes wins.