Coalitionology

Quick meaning: Coalitionology is a noun meaning (British, Ireland, politics) (excessive) speculation around the time of a general election about possible coalition governments that might ensue.

Meaning

(British, Ireland, politics) (excessive) speculation around the time of a general election about possible coalition governments that might ensue.

Example Sentences

But his advice was for the party to major on policy issues and avoid what he called "coalitionology".

During the working lunch "between Old Danish [well known aquavit] and matured cheese," as Carl Bildt put it, "comparative coalitionology" was discussed.

Speaking on the same programme, Harry McGee, Political Correspondent of the Irish Times, said it was all about "coalitionology", with much speculation about combinations.

It led to an explosion of coalitionology, debating hung parliaments, possible coalitions, constitutional process and the 'legitimacy' of various outcomes, as everyone prepared for post-election deals.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include coalitionism, coalitionist, coalitioner, politicism, conspirationism, politicomania.

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