turnout
12 synonyms for turnout, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The number of people who show up to vote, attend an event, or participate.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use turnout
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
low turnout
election turnout
good turnout
Etymology
A noun formed from the phrasal verb "turn out", originally describing people or things "turning out" (showing up) somewhere.
Full origin of turnout →Frequently asked questions
What does “turnout” mean?
The word “turnout” means the number of people who show up to vote, attend an event, or participate. In plain terms, how many people show up, especially to vote or attend something.
How do you pronounce “turnout”?
“Turnout” is pronounced TUR-nowt (/ˈtɜː(ɹ)naʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “turnout” in a sentence?
Here is “turnout” used in a sentence: “Voter turnout was higher than expected this election.”
What part of speech is “turnout”?
“Turnout” is a noun.
Is “turnout” a common word?
“Turnout” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “turnout” have?
“Turnout” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the number of people who show up to vote, attend an event, or participate.
What is the difference between turnout and attendance?
Turnout usually refers to the number of people who show up specifically to vote, attend an event, or participate, often with an emphasis on whether that number met expectations. Attendance is a more neutral count of who was present, without the same implication of comparing against a hoped-for or required level.
What does turnout mean in dance?
In dance, turnout refers to the outward rotation of the legs at the hips, a foundational technique used especially in ballet. This is a distinct, technical sense unrelated to voting or traffic.
What does a pull-off area on a road have to do with turnout?
A turnout can also mean a small area at the side of a narrow road where a vehicle can pull off to let others pass. This sense is common on mountain or single-lane roads and is unrelated to the voting or dance meanings.
