electable

/ɪˈlɛktəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being elected to public office

“The incumbent’s electable successor won the election by a landslide.”

2. noun

a person who is considered capable of being elected to public office

“The electable candidates presented their platforms to the voters.”

Synonyms

  • candidate
  • electee

Antonyms

  • unelectable
  • unpopular