Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

yeas

Noun

/jē/

Definition

Affirmative votes or expressions of approval, often used in formal settings such as voting.

Examples

The committee voted and the yeas outnumbered the nays.
During the election, the yeas were counted as a sign of support for the new policy.
In the debate, the speaker called for a show of yeas to gauge public opinion.

Meaning

The term ‘yeas’ refers to affirmative responses, particularly in the context of votes where members can signify their approval or agreement with a proposal or motion.