mayoral
/'meərəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to a mayor or the office of mayor: The word "mayoral" describes anything connected to the position, duties, or authority of a mayor.
Usage
- "Mayoral" is used as an attributive adjective, meaning it is placed directly before a noun to describe it.
- It is a formal term commonly used in political, governmental, and journalistic contexts.
Examples
- The city is preparing for the upcoming mayoral election.
- She delivered a powerful mayoral address to the city council.
- The mayoral candidate outlined her plans for urban development.
- Attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony was one of his mayoral duties.
Advanced Usage
- "Mayoralty" (noun): The office, term, or authority of a mayor.
- He announced his candidacy for the mayoralty.
- "Mayorally" (adverb): In a manner relating to a mayor (less common).
- The decree was issued mayorally.
Variants and Related Words
- Mayor (noun): The elected head of a city, town, or other municipality.
- Mayoress (noun): A woman who is a mayor, or the wife of a mayor (usage varies).
- Mayoralty (noun): The office or term of a mayor.
Synonyms
- Municipal (when referring to city government, though broader than "mayoral")
- Civic (relating to a city or citizens, broader in scope)
Antonyms
- There is no direct antonym, but terms like non-governmental or private citizen can describe a lack of official mayoral capacity.
Related Phrases
- Mayoral race: The competition between candidates for the office of mayor.
- The mayoral race is heating up with three strong candidates.
- Mayoral decree: An official order issued by a mayor.
- A mayoral decree established the new park regulations.
- Mayoral incumbent: The current holder of the mayor's office.
- The mayoral incumbent is seeking re-election.
Adjective
- of or relating to a mayor or the office of mayor
- mayoral elections