Definition

Not having or relating to a voting process for choosing representatives or making decisions.

Example

The committee made a nonelection decision to appoint a new leader instead of holding a vote.

Conversation

Did you hear about the nonelection this year?

Yeah, I found it kind of strange not having one.

I know, right? It feels like something is missing.

Definitely, I hope things change for the next cycle.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonelection is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "election" (from Latin "electio", meaning a choosing or selection). The word refers to the state of not being elected or the absence of an election.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') combined with 'choosing' ('electio') to remember that 'nonelection' means the absence of a choice or selection.

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