C1noun formal 3K

Mandate

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

Meaning of Mandate

the authority to do something, given to a government or other organization by the people who vote for it in an election

In simple words: To officially tell someone they must do something.

Mandate in a sentence

• It is undemocratic to govern an area without an electoral mandate.
• The election victory gave the party a clear mandate to continue its programme of reform.
• a mandate for an end to the civil war
• The party was elected with a mandate to reduce the size of government.
• Troops moved into the country to restore order under a UN mandate.
• The presidential mandate is limited to two terms of four years each.
• The members' vote gave the union a mandate to call a strike.
• They accused him of acting without a mandate.
• The Cook Islands mandate was given to New Zealand.
• The mandate ran until 1947.

How to use Mandate

Primarily used in legal or political contexts. It's often used when talking about laws, orders, or policies. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

mandate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'man-date' — when a man is given a strict order to follow.

Related words

Collocations with Mandate

• popular
• clear
• strong
• have
• give somebody
• issue
• in your mandate
• under a/​the mandate
• with a/​the mandate
• an extension of a mandate
• a renewal of a mandate
• popular
• clear
• strong
• have
• give somebody
• issue
• in your mandate
• under a/​the mandate
• with a/​the mandate
• an extension of a mandate
• a renewal of a mandate
• popular
• clear
• strong
• have
• give somebody
• issue
• in your mandate
• under a/​the mandate
• with a/​the mandate
• an extension of a mandate
• a renewal of a mandate
• popular
• clear
• strong
• have
• give somebody
• issue
• in your mandate
• under a/​the mandate
• with a/​the mandate
• an extension of a mandate
• a renewal of a mandate

Synonyms for Mandate

• order
• command
• directive
• requirement
• instruction

Opposites of Mandate

• recommend
• allow
• permit

Common mistakes with Mandate

• Confused with 'recommend' — a mandate is mandatory, not optional.
• Using it in informal conversations, where it sounds too stiff.
• Misunderstanding its meaning as just a suggestion.

Frequently asked questions about Mandate

What does Mandate mean?

To officially tell someone they must do something.

What is the definition of Mandate?

the authority to do something, given to a government or other organization by the people who vote for it in an election

How do you use Mandate in a sentence?

It is undemocratic to govern an area without an electoral mandate.

Can you give another example of Mandate?

The election victory gave the party a clear mandate to continue its programme of reform.

What are synonyms for Mandate?

Common alternatives include order, command, directive, requirement, instruction.

What is the opposite of Mandate?

Opposite meanings include recommend, allow, permit.

What words go with Mandate?

It commonly pairs with popular, clear, strong, have, give somebody, issue, in your mandate, under a/​the mandate, with a/​the mandate, an extension of a mandate, a renewal of a mandate, popular, clear, strong, have, give somebody, issue, in your mandate, under a/​the mandate, with a/​the mandate, an extension of a mandate, a renewal of a mandate, popular, clear, strong, have, give somebody, issue, in your mandate, under a/​the mandate, with a/​the mandate, an extension of a mandate, a renewal of a mandate, popular, clear, strong, have, give somebody, issue, in your mandate, under a/​the mandate, with a/​the mandate, an extension of a mandate, a renewal of a mandate.

What are common mistakes when using Mandate?

Confused with 'recommend' — a mandate is mandatory, not optional. Using it in informal conversations, where it sounds too stiff. Misunderstanding its meaning as just a suggestion.

How do you pronounce Mandate?

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

Is Mandate formal or informal?

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

When should I use Mandate?

Primarily used in legal or political contexts. It's often used when talking about laws, orders, or policies. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Mandate?

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