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presidential

Pronunciation: [ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl]

Word

Learn how to use presidential in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “government”

(adjective) related to a president or the presidency. When we say something is presidential, we mean it has to do with the leader of a country who is called the president.

Example

The presidential election is important because it helps us choose our leader.

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The proposals were not presidential as they did not consider the country's needs.

Example

What are the main issues in the presidential campaign this year?

Context: “characteristics”

(adjective) having qualities that are fitting for a president, like being strong or impressive. If someone behaves in a way that seems like a good leader, we might say they have a presidential demeanor.

Example

She spoke with a presidential confidence that inspired everyone in the room.

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His behavior was unpresidential and did not match the expectations of a leader.

Example

What makes a person have a presidential presence?

How to pronounce presidential

Pronunciation: [ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl]

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