Presidency
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɹɛzɪdənsi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Presidency is a noun meaning The office or role of president.
Meaning
The office or role of president.
More Meanings
- The bureaucratic organization and governmental initiatives devolving directly from the president.
- The time during which one is president; a president's term of office.
- (Mormonism) A supreme local council made up of three persons; (usually capitalized; also First Presidency) the highest authority.
- (British, India, historical) One of the three original provinces of British India.
- (Christianity) The role of ordained clergy in the celebration of the Eucharist in some denominations.
Example Sentences
In France, a presidency lasts for five years.
Ernest was a historian specializing in the presidency of Herbert Hoover.
After many years as a party leader, she finally ascended to the presidency.
The American people gave me the priceless privilege of serving them in the Presidency.
Word Forms
- presidencies
- presidence
Synonyms for presidency
Depending on context, synonyms include presidenthood, presidentship, administration.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include presidentship, administration, chairmanship, chairman, chairperson, preside.
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