Electable

Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktəbəl/

Definitions of electable

adjective describing someone or something that is capable of being elected

Example Sentences

A1 She is an electable candidate for the student council.

A2 The party believes they have an electable leader for the upcoming elections.

B1 The politician's electable qualities make him a strong contender in the race.

B2 The electable policies of the party appeal to a wide range of voters.

C1 His electable platform has garnered support from various demographics.

C2 The candidate's electable charm and charisma make him a formidable opponent in the election.

Examples of electable in a Sentence

formal The candidate's strong policies and experience make him highly electable.

informal I think she's the most electable out of all the candidates.

slang That guy is so electable, he's got my vote for sure.

figurative Her charisma and ability to connect with voters make her an electable choice.

Grammatical Forms of electable

• past tense: elected
• plural: electables
• comparative: more electable
• superlative: most electable
• present tense: elect
• future tense: will elect
• perfect tense: have elected
• continuous tense: is electing
• singular: electable
• positive degree: electable
• infinitive: to elect
• gerund: electing
• participle: elected

Origin and Evolution of electable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'electable' originated from the Latin word 'eligere' meaning 'to choose or select'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of choosing or selecting, the word 'electable' has evolved to specifically refer to a candidate who is considered suitable or likely to be elected to a particular position or office.