Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
veto
noun and verb
/ˈviːtoʊ/
Definition
A constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
Examples
- The president used his veto to stop the new law from being enacted.
- Despite the veto, the lawmakers continued to push for the bill’s approval.
Meaning
The term ‘veto’ refers to a power held by an individual in authority to refuse approval of a proposed law or decision.
Synonyms
- prohibition
- rejection
- disapproval
- thumbs down
