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referendum

[ˌrefəˈrendəm]

referendum Definition

a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision..

Using referendum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "referendum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The government called for a referendum on the issue of EU membership.

  • Example

    The Scottish independence referendum was held in 2014.

  • Example

    The referendum resulted in a narrow victory for the 'leave' campaign.

referendum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for referendum

Phrases with referendum

  • a second vote on a previously rejected proposal or issue

    Example

    There are calls for a second referendum on Brexit.

  • a referendum on whether a region or territory should become an independent sovereign state

    Example

    The Catalan independence referendum was held in 2017.

  • a referendum on changes to a country's constitution

    Example

    The Italian constitutional referendum was held in 2016.

Origins of referendum

from Latin 'referendum', meaning 'thing to be referred'

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Summary: referendum in Brief

A 'referendum' [ˌrefəˈrendəm] is a direct vote by the electorate on a single political question. It is used to decide on important issues such as EU membership, Scottish independence, and constitutional changes. Phrases like 'second referendum' and 'independence referendum' are common. 'Referendum' is a formal term synonymous with 'plebiscite' and 'ballot.'