Definition

Noun: 1. An organized effort to win an election: A "political campaign" is the coordinated series of activities and communications designed to persuade voters to support a particular candidate or party for a public office. 2. The specific instance of a candidate seeking office: It refers to the entire process undertaken by a candidate and their team, from announcement to election day, to achieve victory.

Usage

• A "political campaign" involves strategies, messaging, fundraising, and voter outreach.
• It is a time-bound effort focused on a specific election.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She dedicated a year of her life to managing his political campaign for mayor.
  • The political campaign was marked by intense debates and widespread advertising.
  • Volunteers are essential to the success of any local political campaign.

Advanced Usage

• "to run a campaign": To manage or operate a political campaign.
  • Her experience helped her run a very effective campaign.
• "campaign trail": The series of places a candidate visits during a campaign.
  • The candidate spent months on the campaign trail, visiting every county.

Variants and Related Words

• Campaigner (n): A person who works on or supports a political campaign.
  • The seasoned campaigner knew how to mobilize voters.
• Campaigning (n/gerund): The act of conducting a campaign.
  • The period of active campaigning ended the night before the election.

Synonyms

• Election campaign: A nearly identical term specifying the goal is an election.
• Run (n, informal): The act of being a candidate in an election (e.g., "a Senate run").

Related Phrases

• Campaign headquarters: The central office from which a campaign is run.
  • Reporters gathered at the campaign headquarters for the announcement.
• Campaign promise: A pledge made by a candidate during the campaign.
  • Voters were skeptical of the candidate's campaign promises.

Noun

1. the campaign of a candidate to be elected
2. a race between candidates for elective office
   • I managed his campaign for governor
   • he is raising money for a Senate run