Synonyms for

Suffrage

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

Definition

The right to vote in political elections.

Synonyms & similar words

vote righttovote franchise enfranchisement suffrages voice say vote representation democracy citizenship equality emancipation liberation independence self-determination self-rule self-governance autonomy

Synonyms by register

Formal

franchise vote enfranchisement ballot

Informal

vote say choice

Literary

voice mandate

Antonyms

disenfranchisement suppression restriction denial prohibition bar veto

Common collocations

  • women's suffrage
  • universal suffrage
  • suffrage movement
  • suffrage rights
  • suffrage granted
  • suffrage denied
  • suffrage extended

Word family

noun suffrage
verb suffrage

Usage note

Primarily used in political contexts, referring to the right to vote. 'Suffrage' is a formal term; 'vote' is more common in everyday speech.

Example sentences

  1. Suffrage is important because it allows people to have a say in their government.
  2. Many people fought for suffrage so that everyone could have the right to vote.
  3. Suffrage is a basic human right that should be given to everyone.
  4. Without suffrage, some people would not be able to participate in the democratic process.
  5. Suffrage was not always granted to everyone, and many people had to fight for it.

Quotes

  • 'Suffrage is the pivotal right.' - Susan B. Anthony
  • 'Suffrage is the only power that can overcome money and corruption.' - Carrie Chapman Catt
  • 'Suffrage is not a right afforded to everyone, but a privilege granted to a select few.' - Unknown

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