WordValemandate
the authority to act granted by an electoral victory
In more detail
1. (noun) an official order or command, often from a government or authority
2. (noun) the authority or right to do something, given to a person or organization by voters or a leader
3. (verb) to officially order or require something
Examples
- 1. The health department issued a mandate requiring all restaurants to close at 10 p.m.
- 2. The president won the election with a clear mandate to reduce taxes.
- 3. New laws mandate that cars have seat belts.
How to use mandate
Mandate as a noun often refers to official authority granted by voters (electoral mandate) or a specific order from a government body. As a verb, it means to officially require or authorize something. It is commonly used in political and organizational contexts to indicate legitimate authority or a binding requirement.
Common phrases
- have a mandate
- clear mandate
- electoral mandate
- mandate from the people
- issue a mandate
Synonyms
directive · instruction · authorization · authorization · charge
Opposites
prohibition · ban
Word family
mandate (noun) · mandate (verb) · mandatory (adjective) · mandated (adjective)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use mandate to mean a simple preference or suggestion, when it actually implies official authority or a binding requirement.
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