premiership
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Definition
Noun: 1. The office, position, or term of a premier: The state or condition of being the head of government, especially in a parliamentary system. 2. The period during which a premier holds office: The duration of a premier's leadership.
Usage
The word "premiership" is used to formally refer to the role, status, or tenure of a premier. It is a singular, uncountable noun when referring to the office itself, but can be countable when referring to specific instances or periods.
Examples
- Her premiership was marked by significant economic reforms.
- He served two consecutive premierships.
- The candidate is campaigning for the party leadership and, ultimately, the premiership.
- During his premiership, the country experienced a period of peace.
Advanced Usage
- "To win the premiership": To gain the position of premier through an election or appointment.
- The party's goal is to win the premiership in the next general election.
- "Under someone's premiership": During the time when a particular person is premier.
- The policy was introduced under her premiership.
Variants and Related Words
- Premier (noun): The head of government in certain countries (e.g., Australia, Canada) or a province/state.
- Prime Ministership (noun): A closely related term, often used interchangeably in some contexts, specifically for a prime minister.
Synonyms
- Leadership (of government)
- Headship (of government)
- Tenure (as premier)
- Administration (when referring to the period)
Notes
"Premiership" is distinct from "Premier League," which is a proper noun referring to the top division of English football. The word discussed here pertains solely to political office.
Noun
- the office of premier