suffrage
3 synonyms for suffrage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The right to vote in political elections.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use suffrage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
universal suffrage
women's suffrage
right to suffrage
Etymology
From Latin suffragium, meaning "vote" or "support," ultimately from a root referring to breaking or casting (as with a voting shard).
Full origin of suffrage →Frequently asked questions
What does “suffrage” mean?
The word “suffrage” means the right to vote in political elections. In plain terms, the right to vote.
How do you pronounce “suffrage”?
“Suffrage” is pronounced SUHF-rihj (/ˈsʌfɹɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “suffrage” in a sentence?
Here is “suffrage” used in a sentence: “Women's suffrage was achieved in the UK in stages, culminating in 1928.”
What is another word for “suffrage”?
Words with a similar meaning to “suffrage” include franchise and vote.
What part of speech is “suffrage”?
“Suffrage” is a noun.
Where does the word “suffrage” come from?
The word “suffrage” comes from Latin. From Latin suffragium, meaning "vote" or "support," ultimately from a root referring to breaking or casting (as with a voting shard).
Is “suffrage” a common word?
“Suffrage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
