Vote — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈvōt/

Meaning & Definition of Vote

Vote (verb)

  1. to cast or conduct a vote
  2. to vote in a way that helps one financially
  3. to express an opinion

Vote (noun)

  1. a usually formal expression of opinion or will in response to a proposed decision; especially, one given as an indication of approval or disapproval of a proposal, motion, or candidate for office
  2. the total number of such expressions of opinion made known at a single time (as at an election) —usually used with the
  3. an expression of opinion or preference that resembles a vote

Vote (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the right to formally express one's position or will in an election

    "in the United States, women were granted the vote by the 19th Amendment in 1920"

    similar: ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage
    related: say, say-so, voice
    opposite: disenfranchisement

  2. a piece of paper indicating a person's preferences in an election

    "dropped her vote into the ballot box"

    similar: ballot
    related: aye, yea, nay, no, non placet, blackball, referendum, ticket, absentee ballot, Australian ballot, secret ballot, short ballot, write-in

  3. the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion

    "he argued for a vote in the matter, since he was going to be affected by the final decision"

    similar: say, say-so, voice
    related: part, role, share, ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage, belief, conviction, judgment, opinion, sentiment, view

Vote (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to set before the mind for consideration

    "I vote we quit working and go out for lunch"

    similar: advance, bounce, offer, pose, proffer, propose, propound, suggest, put forth, put forward
    related: move, nominate, recommend, present, submit, tender, trot out, file, lay, lodge, arrange, calculate, chart, contrive, cover, frame, map, plan, plot, shape

Related Entry: Vote (in) (verb)

Vote (in) is a different word from Vote. The synonyms below are for vote (in), not for vote.

  1. as in choose, elect

    similar: choose, destine, draft, elect, handpick, select, single (out), crown, enthrone, throne, anoint, consecrate, create, inaugurate, induct, install, instate, institute, invest, make, ordain, authorize, delegate, depute, deputize, appoint, assign, attach, commission, constitute, designate, detail, name, nominate, place
    opposite: discharge, dismiss, expel, fire, blackball, depose, dethrone, displace, eject, evict, oust, overthrow, remove, throw out, uncrown, unmake, unseat

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vote

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vote:

ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage, say, say-so, voice, advance, bounce, offer, pose, proffer, propose, propound, suggest, put forth, put forward

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Vote

Words with the opposite meaning of Vote:

disenfranchisement

Related Words for Vote

aye, yea, nay, no, non placet, blackball, referendum, ticket, absentee ballot, Australian ballot, secret ballot, short ballot, write-in, part, role, share, belief, conviction, judgment, opinion, sentiment, view, move, nominate, recommend, present, submit, tender, trot out, file

Word Forms of Vote

Inflections: voted, voting, votes

Origin & Etymology of Vote

Middle English (Scots), from Latin votum vow, wish vow

First known use: 1549i

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Vote

Words & Phrases Containing Vote

vote-a-rama, vote of no confidence, vote along party lines, vote of confidence, vote one's conscience, casting vote, straw vote, voice vote

Frequently Asked Questions about Vote

What does "Vote" mean?

"Vote" means to cast or conduct a vote. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to cast or conduct a vote. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Vote"?

Other words for "Vote" include ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage, say, say-so, voice and advance. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vote" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vote"?

There are 59 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vote". Common alternatives include ballot, enfranchisement, franchise, suffrage, say, say-so, voice, advance, bounce and offer.

What is the opposite of "Vote"?

Antonyms of "Vote" include disenfranchisement.

How do you use "Vote" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vote" in a sentence: "in the United States, women were granted the vote by the 19th Amendment in 1920"; "dropped her vote into the ballot box"; "he argued for a vote in the matter, since he was going to be affected by the final decision".

Is "Vote" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vote" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Vote" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Vote" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Vote"?

"Vote" is pronounced /ˈvōt/.