nays
The word “nays” has 1 syllable: nays.
It's pronounced as /neɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for nays?
In the thesaurus, “nays” has 6 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nays along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nays
- denials
- noes
- nos
- refusals
- rejections
- vetoes
Antonyms for nays
- acceptances
- accessions
- agreements
- allowances
- approvals
- grants
- leaves
- sanctions
- yeas
Meanings of nays
- noun
- A vote against.
- A person who voted against.
- A denial; a refusal.
Example Sentences
- The proposal received five nays and three yeas during the vote.
- Despite the overwhelming support, there were a few nays among the members of the committee.
- When the nays outweighed the yeas, the motion was defeated.
- The chairman counted the nays before declaring the resolution passed.
- The nays echoed through the chamber as the decision was announced.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nays, such as: acceptances, accessions, agreements, allowances, approvals, denials, grants.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.