Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
outvote
verb
/aʊtˈvoʊt/
Definition
To receive a greater number of votes than someone else in a voting situation.
Examples
- In the council meeting, the majority was able to outvote the proposal.
- Despite initial support, they were outvoted by the rest of the community.
Meaning
To win by having more votes than another person or group, often in a democratic process.
Synonyms
- defeat
- prevail over
- win
- overrule
