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Ballot

/ˈbalət/

Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.

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📖 Definitions of "Ballot"

noun

1
Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.
2
The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting.
3
The total of all the votes cast in an election.
4
A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.

verb

1
To vote or decide by ballot.
"to ballot for a candidate"
2
To draw lots.

🔄 Synonyms of "Ballot"

3 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
ballotingnoun	A vote or decision made by ballot.
votingnoun	The act or process of choosing someone or something in an election.
votenoun	(intransitive) To cast a vote; to assert a formalized choice in an election.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Ballot"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
votenoun	An act or instance of participating in such a choice, e.g., by submitting a ballot.
votingnoun	The act or process of choosing someone or something in an election.
electionnoun	A process of choosing a leader, members of parliament, councillors, or other representatives by popular vote.
plebiscitenoun	(law, politics) A direct popular vote on an issue of public importance, such as an amendment to the constitution, a change in the sovereignty of the nation, or some government policy.
referendumnoun	(politics) A direct popular vote on a proposed law or constitutional amendment.
pollsnoun	(politics, government) A place where votes are cast in elections.
electoral	Of, or relating to elections.
pollingnoun	(politics, uncountable) the process of voting in an election.
voternoun	Someone who votes.
suffragenoun	(uncountable) The right or chance to vote, express an opinion, or participate in a decision, especially in a democratic election.
electornoun	(politics) A person eligible to vote in an election; a member of an electorate, a voter.
pollnoun	A survey of people, usually statistically analyzed to gauge wider public opinion.
consultationnoun	An appointment or meeting with a professional person, such as a doctor.
vouchernoun	A piece of paper or other token that entitles the holder to a discount, or that can be exchanged for goods and services.
countingnoun	The act by which something is counted.
updatenoun	A change in information, a modification of existing or known data.
scrutinynoun	Intense study of someone or something.
bulletinnoun	A short report, especially one released through official channels to be immediately broadcast or publicized.
gazettenoun	A newspaper; a printed sheet published periodically.
newsletternoun	A periodically sent publication containing current events or the like, generally on a particular topic or geared toward a limited audience.