suffrage
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The right to vote in political elections.
Usage notes
Not related to 'suffering' despite the similar spelling; it comes from a Latin root connected to voting and support.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Women's _____ was not granted in the United Kingdom until 1918, and even then only for some women."
Answer: suffrage
In your own words, what does "suffrage" mean?
The right to vote in political elections.
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