no

³no

noun \ˈnō\

plural noes or nos\ˈnōz\

Definition of NO

1

: an act or instance of refusing or denying by the use of the word no : denial <received a firm no in reply>

2

a : a negative vote or decision b plural : persons voting in the negative

Examples of NO

1. There were 110 ayes and only 16 noes.
2. The noes raised their hands.

First Known Use of NO

1588

Related to NO

Synonyms: nay, negative, non placet

Antonyms: positive, yea, yes

Related Words: con; blackball, veto; denial, negation, refusal

Near Antonyms: pro; acceptance, approval, grace

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