Synonyms for

Ballots

Verb / ˈbælʌts / Another word for ballots — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A process of voting, especially in a secret and standardized way.

Synonyms & similar words

ballot vote balloting voting votes polls tickets slips forms sheets papers referendum plebiscite survey election by-election primary caucus proposition

Synonyms by register

Formal

vote ballot paper plebiscite referendum

Informal

vote choice selection

Literary

suffrage poll

Antonyms

veto rejection disapproval opposition protest boycott

Common collocations

  • cast a ballot
  • submit a ballot
  • count the ballots
  • invalid ballot
  • spoiled ballot
  • secret ballot
  • general ballot
  • ballot box

Word family

noun ballot
verb ballot

Usage note

Ballots are typically used in elections or referendums. While 'ballot' can refer to the act of voting, it more commonly refers to the paper or electronic means by which a vote is cast.

Example sentences

  1. I filled out my ballot and put it in the box.
  2. The ballots were counted by hand.
  3. The election was decided by a few hundred ballot votes.
  4. The ballot measure passed with a large majority.
  5. Voters were given a choice of two candidates on their ballots.

Quotes

  • The ballot is stronger than the bullet. - Abraham Lincoln
  • The ballot box is the surest arbiter of disputes among free men. - James Buchanan
  • The ballot is a stronger force than the bullet. - Indira Gandhi

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