veto

Definitions of "veto"
  1. An absolute denial or disapproval
  2. The ability of a chief officer to stop or delay the approval of laws set by a legislative body
  3. The use of authoritative capacity to prevent or suspend
  4. The act of denying or not agreeing with something
How to use "veto" in a sentence
  1. The governor used his veto to prevent the passage of the tax bill.
  2. The president's veto on the legislation was unexpected.
  3. The committee's decision was vetoed by the chairperson.

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