Synonyms for Veto & Similar Words
Definition of veto
- noun
- a vote that blocks a decision
- the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature)
- verb
- vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent; "The President vetoed the bill"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "veto"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like blackball, disallow, forbid can replace "veto" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "veto" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Veto" in song lyrics
See how veto is used in real songs:
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"Sowas gab es nicht bis dato, Musik ist unser Veto"
Massive Töene f/ Celestial Souljahz — Notify the President -
"what is a line item veto"
AOL — AOL -
"presidential veto"
AOL — AOL