C1noun 1K

Poll

🇬🇧 UK /["/pəʊl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pəʊl/"]/

Meaning of Poll

the process of questioning people who are representative of a larger group in order to get information about the general opinion

In simple words: A method to find out what people think, often by asking questions.

Poll in a sentence

• The latest poll shows that the incumbent candidate is leading by 10 points.
• They conducted a poll to determine public opinion on the new policy.
• In the village, the poll was held to elect the local council members.
• The poll revealed unexpected support for the environmental initiative.
• The poll indicated a significant shift in voter preferences compared to last year.
• The election poll was open for two weeks so everyone could participate.
• After the poll, the data were analyzed carefully to predict the election outcome.

How to use Poll

Use 'poll' when discussing surveys or public opinions. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, like news articles or casual conversations. Avoid using it for informal questions that don’t involve structured responses.

Grammar pattern

poll + object

Memory hint

Think of 'poll' like 'polling for votes' in an election to remember it relates to gathering opinions.

Related words

Collocations with Poll

• local
• national
• nationwide
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• confirm something
• find something
• indicate something
• numbers
• rating
• results
• in the polls
• be ahead in the polls
• be behind in the polls
• a lead in the polls
• presidential
• go to
• open
• close
• at the polls

Synonyms for Poll

• survey
• ballot

Opposites of Poll

• consensus
• agreement

Common mistakes with Poll

• Confused with 'pole' — 'poll' is about opinions, 'pole' is a long stick.
• Using 'polls' as a verb incorrectly — it should be used primarily as a noun.
• Misunderstanding the context — not all surveys are called polls.

Frequently asked questions about Poll

What does Poll mean?

A method to find out what people think, often by asking questions.

What is the definition of Poll?

the process of questioning people who are representative of a larger group in order to get information about the general opinion

How do you use Poll in a sentence?

The latest poll shows that the incumbent candidate is leading by 10 points.

Can you give another example of Poll?

They conducted a poll to determine public opinion on the new policy.

What are synonyms for Poll?

Common alternatives include survey, ballot.

What is the opposite of Poll?

Opposite meanings include consensus, agreement.

What words go with Poll?

It commonly pairs with local, national, nationwide, carry out, conduct, do, confirm something, find something, indicate something, numbers, rating, results, in the polls, be ahead in the polls, be behind in the polls, a lead in the polls, presidential, go to, open, close, at the polls.

What are common mistakes when using Poll?

Confused with 'pole' — 'poll' is about opinions, 'pole' is a long stick. Using 'polls' as a verb incorrectly — it should be used primarily as a noun. Misunderstanding the context — not all surveys are called polls.

How do you pronounce Poll?

US: /["/pəʊl/"]/, UK: /["/pəʊl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Poll?

Use 'poll' when discussing surveys or public opinions. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, like news articles or casual conversations. Avoid using it for informal questions that don’t involve structured responses.

What CEFR level is Poll?

"Poll" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.