Synonyms of voternext
: one that votes or has the legal right to vote

Examples of voter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
During his acceptance speech as Labour’s leader on Friday, Burnham did not mention immigration, which is a top issue for many voters. ABC News, 19 July 2026 Election experts said the Constitution gives states the authority to administer elections, and the 1974 Privacy Act aims to prevent sharing personal information about voters the way the executive branch seeks. Bart Jansen, USA Today, 18 July 2026 Elliott, who is running for re-election to the House as well as for governor, wants to fine voters who decline to participate in a general election. Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026 Why some want to keep current system Erika, who did not give her last name for privacy reasons, shared a story at the rally about how voter amendments to the constitution has directly affected her life. Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for voter

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1600, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of voter was circa 1600

Cite this Entry

“Voter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/voter. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

: one that votes or has the legal right to vote

More from Merriam-Webster on voter

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster