electorate
Translation
electorate
Examples
The electorate is ready for a change.
The electorate is ready for a change.
He appealed to the entire electorate.
He appealed to the entire electorate.
Grammar Patterns
the ((electorate)) all the people who are allowed to vote The electorate wants change.
Similar Words
Synonyms: voters, constituency, body of voters
Etymology
From 'elector' + '-ate', a suffix denoting a group or body. It's the body of electors.
Memory Tips
Imagine a group of people who 'elect' someone. The '-ate' suffix often refers to a group, like 'directorate'.