n.(全体)选民
The electorate is growing tired of his posturings. 选民对他的口是心非逐渐生厌。
A successful politician is one who keeps his finger on the pulse of the electorate. 一位成功的政治家是一个对选民有深刻了解的人。
electorate用作主语时,如侧重整体,则谓语动词用单数形式;如侧重个体,则谓语动词用复数形式。