Definition

The study of political elections and the analysis of voting trends and behaviors.

Example

Psephology helps us understand how different factors influence election outcomes.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of psephology?

Yeah, I think it's the study of elections, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how they analyze voting trends.

Me too! It really helps us understand political changes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Psephology is formed from "psephos" (ψήφος) (meaning pebble or vote in Greek) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word refers to the study of elections and voting behavior, literally meaning the study of votes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'psephos' as the Greek word for 'vote' — this helps you remember that psephology is all about studying votes and elections.

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