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Outvoted Meaning in English

word · lemma: outvote

aʊtˈvoʊtɪd
owt-VOHT-id
aʊtvˈəʊtɪd
owt-VOHT-id

Definition

If you are outvoted, more people vote against your opinion than for it in a decision, so your choice does not win.

Usage & Nuances

'Outvoted' is used for formal and informal decisions, such as meetings, elections, or any group choice. Usually passive: 'was outvoted'. The opposite—winning—is not 'invoted'; use 'won the vote'. Common in: 'got outvoted', 'was outvoted by the group'.

Example Sentences

I was outvoted at the meeting.

basic

Our idea was outvoted by the team.

basic

He always gets outvoted when we choose a movie.

basic

I wanted pizza, but I got outvoted so we ordered sushi.

natural

No matter what I suggest, I’m always outvoted by my siblings.

natural

"Don’t take it personally, you just got outvoted this time," she said.

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