Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vote of no confidence
noun
/voʊt əv noʊ ˈkɒnfɪdəns/
Definition
A formal vote in which members of a parliamentary body express that they no longer support a leader or a government, indicating that they believe it should resign.
Examples
- The opposition party initiated a vote of no confidence against the prime minister.
- After the scandal, the governor faced a vote of no confidence from the legislature.
- The sudden vote of no confidence took the ruling party by surprise.
Meaning
It signifies a lack of trust or support for an individual in power, often leading to political instability or changes in leadership.
Synonyms
- no-confidence motion
- disconfidence vote
- censure motion
