nay
The word “nay” has 1 syllable: nay
It's pronounced as /neɪ/
What is synonym and antonym for nay?
In the thesaurus, “nay” has 12 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nay along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nay
- certainly
- definitely
- denial
- even
- in fact
- indeed
- no
- refusal
- rejection
- surely
- truly
- veto
Antonyms for nay
- agreement
- allowance
- approval
- consent
- grant
- okay
- positive
- yea
Meanings of nay
- noun
- A vote against.
- A person who voted against.
- A denial; a refusal.
- verb
- To refuse.
- adjective
- Nary.
- adverb
- No.
- Introducing a statement, without direct negation.
- Or rather, or should I say; moreover (introducing a stronger and more appropriate expression than the preceding one).
- interjection
- No.
Example Sentences
- She firmly responded with a nay when asked if she agreed with the proposal.
- The crowd responded with a resounding nay to the proposed changes.
- His vote was a decisive nay, leading to the rejection of the bill.
- Despite the pressure, she stuck to her beliefs and uttered a confident nay.
- The council members debated passionately, with some arguing for the motion and others vehemently stating their nay votes.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nay, such as: agreement, allowance, approval, certainly, consent, definitely, denial.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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