ballot

[ˈbælət]

ballot Definition

• 1. a system or process of voting, in writing and typically in secret.
• 2. a piece of paper used for voting.

Using ballot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ballot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The ballot will take place on Monday.

• Example

  Please mark your ballot with an X.

• Example

  The election was decided by a single ballot.

• Example

  The candidate won the ballot by a large margin.

ballot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ballot

• vote
• poll
• election
• referendum
• plebiscite

Phrases with ballot

• cast a ballot

  to vote

  Example

  Don't forget to cast your ballot before leaving.

• spoiled ballot

  a ballot that has been incorrectly marked or damaged and is therefore invalid

  Example

  There were several spoiled ballots in the last election.

• absentee ballot

  a ballot that is mailed to a voter who is unable to be present at the polling station on election day

  Example

  I won't be able to vote in person, so I requested an absentee ballot.

Origins of ballot

from Italian 'ballotta', meaning 'little ball'

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Summary: ballot in Brief

A 'ballot' [ˈbælət] is a system or process of voting, typically in secret, using a piece of paper. It is used in various contexts, including elections, referendums, and plebiscites. Phrases like 'cast a ballot' and 'absentee ballot' are common, and a 'spoiled ballot' is one that is incorrectly marked or damaged.