thumbs-down

noun

ˈthəmz-ˈdau̇n 

: an instance or gesture of rejection, disapproval, or condemnation

Examples of thumbs-down in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The case has been appealed to the 9th Circuit, where Department of Justice lawyers have requested the court to ‘thumbs-up, thumbs-down’ the settlement. — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

An expert with a leading digital-rights organization had further advice–after a thumbs-down for Meta’s conduct. — Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026

As to whether the megaprojects bill is ultimately a thumbs-up or thumbs-down for taxpayers, Dardick said all the questions raised in the treasurer's study need to be answered. — Dana Kozlov, CBS News, 26 May 2026

McCain famously defied his political party in a thumbs-down vote against repealing President Barack Obama's signature Affordable Care Act. — Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for thumbs-down

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown