C1noun formal 3K

Presidency

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprezɪdənsi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈprezɪdənsi/"]/

Meaning of Presidency

the job of being president of a country or an organization; the period of time somebody holds this job

In simple words: The time when someone is the leader of a country.

Presidency in a sentence

• the current holder of the EU presidency
• She hopes to be the first woman elected to the presidency of the United States.
• He was a White House official during the Biden presidency.
• She held the presidency of the association for three years.
• He became a candidate for the presidency.
• That year he resigned his presidency of the Academy.
• Three years into his presidency, he is more popular than ever.
• under the presidency of Barack Obama

How to use Presidency

Used in formal contexts when discussing political leadership, typically not in casual conversations. Avoid using in slang or informal discussions about politics.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'pre' (before) + 'si(d)e' (side) + 'ncy' (ancy) – the term is about what happens before a leader's side ends.

Related words

Collocations with Presidency

• executive
• vice
• rotating
• be nominated for
• run for
• stand for
• into somebody’s presidency
• under somebody’s presidency

Synonyms for Presidency

• leadership
• administration
• tenure
• government
• office

Opposites of Presidency

• subordination
• inferiority
• servitude

Common mistakes with Presidency

• Confusing with 'presidency' and 'president' – 'presidency' refers to the term, while 'president' is the individual.
• Using 'presidency' in place of 'administration' – these refer to different concepts.
• Assuming 'presidency' can refer to any leadership role instead of specifically the role of head of state.

Frequently asked questions about Presidency

What does Presidency mean?

The time when someone is the leader of a country.

What is the definition of Presidency?

the job of being president of a country or an organization; the period of time somebody holds this job

How do you use Presidency in a sentence?

the current holder of the EU presidency

Can you give another example of Presidency?

She hopes to be the first woman elected to the presidency of the United States.

What are synonyms for Presidency?

Common alternatives include leadership, administration, tenure, government, office.

What is the opposite of Presidency?

Opposite meanings include subordination, inferiority, servitude.

What words go with Presidency?

It commonly pairs with executive, vice, rotating, be nominated for, run for, stand for, into somebody’s presidency, under somebody’s presidency.

What are common mistakes when using Presidency?

Confusing with 'presidency' and 'president' – 'presidency' refers to the term, while 'president' is the individual. Using 'presidency' in place of 'administration' – these refer to different concepts. Assuming 'presidency' can refer to any leadership role instead of specifically the role of head of state.

How do you pronounce Presidency?

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

Is Presidency formal or informal?

"Presidency" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Presidency?

Used in formal contexts when discussing political leadership, typically not in casual conversations. Avoid using in slang or informal discussions about politics.

What CEFR level is Presidency?

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