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veto

The word “veto” has 2 syllables: ve-to

It's pronounced as /ˈviːtoʊ/

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In the thesaurus, “veto” has 68 synonyms and 54 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for veto along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for veto

Antonyms for veto

Meanings of veto

  • noun
    1. A political right to disapprove of (and thereby stop) the process of a decision, a law etc.
    2. An invocation of that right.
    3. An authoritative prohibition or negative; a forbidding; an interdiction.
  • verb
    1. To use a veto against.

Example Sentences

  • The president decided to veto the new law.
  • Congress could override the veto with a two-thirds majority vote.
  • The committee has the power to veto any proposed changes.
  • His strong opposition led him to veto the agreement.
  • The governor used his veto to block the controversial bill.

On this page you'll find 122 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to veto, such as: accept, accession, acquiescence, admit, agreement, aid, allow.

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