enfranchisement

/ɛnˈfræntʃaɪzmənt/
noun
  1. The right to vote in political elections.
    • The new law expanded enfranchisement to include younger voters.
    • The enfranchisement of women in the early 20th century changed the political landscape.
    • Many activists fought for the enfranchisement of all citizens regardless of race.
  2. The act of giving someone freedom or the rights of a citizen.
    • The enfranchisement of former slaves was a major step toward equality.
    • The organization works for the enfranchisement of refugees in their new country.
    • Historical documents describe the enfranchisement of various groups over time.
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