Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
veto-a-bill
verb
/ˈviːtoʊ ə bɪl/
Definition
The act of rejecting a proposed law by a person or authority, such as a president or governor, who has the power to disapprove legislation.
Examples
- The president decided to veto the bill that proposed tax increases.
- After much debate, the governor vetoed the bill concerning environmental regulations.
Meaning
To veto a bill means to formally refuse to sign and enforce the proposed legislation, preventing it from becoming law.
Synonyms
- Reject
- Turn down
- Disallow
- Dismiss
