outvote

outvote Definition

out·vote (o̵ut′vōt′)

transitive verb -·vot′ed, -·vot′·ing

to defeat in voting

outvote Synonyms

overwhelm, out-ballot, snow under*; see defeat 1.

outvote Usage Examples

Preposition: on

matter: Complicated procedures exist to try to ensure that no ethnic group is outvoted on matters concerning its vital interests.

Modifying Another Word

however: He was however outvoted, but perhaps this is one area where representation could be made to at least consider his suggestion.
always: The English MPs can always outvote the Scots on anything in Westminster.

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