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nonpresidential

nonpresidential

6.7
Not acting with the calm, formal dignity expected of a president
  • adjective
  • /nɒnˈprɛzɪˌdɛnʃəl/
  • Literature
: no presidencial
  • His nonpresidential attitude surprised those who expected a more formal approach.

Examples

  • His behavior was surprisingly nonpresidential during the debate.

  • Voters debated whether her actions were nonpresidential or simply modern and relatable.

  • Many critics found the leader's remarks to be nonpresidential during the important press conference.

  • The candidate's nonpresidential remarks drew criticism from many voters.

  • The mayor's lack of decorum during the debate made him appear nonpresidential.

  • Her nonpresidential comments on social media caused many to question her suitability for office.

  • His inability to handle criticism gracefully was seen as nonpresidential behavior by the voters.

Synonyms

unpresidential
vsnonpresidential
  • Literature
3 7.7

Behavior that is not suitable for a president, lacking respect or calm

is used the same way but appears more often in formal or written contexts
unstatesmanlike
vsnonpresidential
  • Formal
9.3

A person who behaves in a way that is not calm, careful, or respectful for a political leader

focuses on lacking the special dignity expected from a top national officeholder
unpolitic
vsnonpresidential
  • Formal
8.9

Not showing good judgment when dealing with people or situations

is about lacking formal dignity and high office conduct rather than mere poor tact

Antonyms

presidential
∞ 4.4

Being calm and confident like a country's leader

How Presidential

statesmanlike
  • Formal
4 8.6
presidential
∞ 4.4
nonpresidential
  • Literature
6.7
undignified
11 4.7

Surface Forms

nonpresidential positive

Morphology

nonpresidential = presidential (transparent) = non + president + ial

The adjective is formed by straightforward prefixation of productive negating 'non-' to the adjective 'presidential', preserving the literal negative meaning.

Etymology

Nonpresidential is made from non- meaning 'not' and president, which is the same root as preside meaning 'to be in charge'. So nonpresidential describes behavior that is not 'presidential' — not calm, formal, or in the style people expect from a president.