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- DictionarySuf·frage/ˈsəfrij/
noun
- 1. the right to vote in political elections: "universal adult suffrage"
suf· frage ˈsə-frij. sometimes -fə-rij. Synonyms of suffrage. 1. : a short intercessory prayer usually in a series. 2. : a vote given in deciding a controverted question or electing a person for an office or trust. 3. : the right of voting : franchise.
noun. the right to vote, esp in public elections; franchise. the exercise of such a right; casting a vote. a supporting vote. a prayer, esp a short intercessory prayer.
Aug 12, 2015 · SUFFRAGE definition: 1. the right to vote in an election, especially to vote for representatives in a government: 2…. Learn more.
Suffrage, political franchise, or simply franchise is the right to vote in public, political elections and referendums (although the term is sometimes used for any right to vote).
Jul 10, 2024 · suffrage, in representative government, the right to vote in electing public officials and adopting or rejecting proposed legislation. The history of the suffrage, or franchise, is one of gradual extension from limited, privileged groups in society to the entire adult population.
SUFFRAGE meaning: 1. the right to vote in an election, especially to vote for representatives in a government: 2…. Learn more.
Suffrage is the right to vote in public elections. Universal suffrage means everyone gets to vote, as opposed to only men or property holders. Suffrage has nothing to do with "suffering" — unless the wrong person is elected.
