voting system
Definition
Noun: A formal and structured method or set of rules used to collect, count, and interpret individual choices in order to reach a collective decision, especially in political elections or organizational governance.
Usage
A "voting system" refers to the entire legal or procedural framework that governs how votes are cast, tallied, and converted into an outcome. It is a foundational component of democratic processes. - The country adopted a new voting system based on proportional representation. - The committee is reviewing the voting system to ensure it is fair and transparent.
Advanced Usage
- "First-past-the-post voting system": A system where the candidate with the most votes in a constituency wins, even without a majority.
- "Ranked-choice voting system": A system where voters rank candidates in order of preference, with votes redistributed until a winner is determined.
Variants and Related Words
- Electoral system: Often used synonymously with "voting system," specifically for public elections.
- Ballot system: Can refer to the specific method of marking and casting ballots within the broader voting system.
Synonyms
- Electoral method
- Balloting system
- Election system
Related Phrases
- To reform the voting system: To make changes to improve the rules and procedures for voting.
- There is a strong movement to reform the voting system.
- The integrity of the voting system: Refers to the fairness, security, and reliability of the system.
- Citizens must have confidence in the integrity of the voting system.
Noun
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a legal system for making democratic choices
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