Definition

The position or office held by a chancellor, often in a university or government.

Example

She was appointed to the chancellorship after years of dedicated service.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new chancellorship at the university?

Yeah, it sounds like a big deal for the school.

I wonder what changes the new chancellor will bring to the campus.

Hopefully positive ones — it's always exciting to have new leadership.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chancellorship → It is formed from "chancellor" (from Old French *cancellier*, meaning the keeper of the seal) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "chancellorship" refers to the position or office held by a chancellor.

Memory Tip

Think of a chancellor as the keeper of important seals and documents, and the '-ship' indicates the state of holding that important office.

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