nounπShareThe right or chance to vote, express an opinion, or participate in a decision."After a long campaign, women finally won suffrage in many countries. "politicsrightgovernmentnationstatesocietyhistorylawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe right to vote for elected officials in a representative democracy."After a long struggle, women in many countries gained suffrage in the 20th century. "politicsrightgovernmentstatelawsocietyhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA vote in deciding a particular question."The student council members each cast their suffrage for the new club president. "politicsrightgovernmentstatehistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA prayer, for example a prayer offered for the faithful dead."During the memorial service, the priest offered a suffrage for the souls of those who had passed away, asking for God's mercy and peace. "religiontheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA short petition, as those after the creed in matins and evensong."The students recited the school's short suffrage before starting their exam. "religionritualChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAid, intercession."The student's plea for suffrage in obtaining an extension on the assignment was ultimately denied. "politicsrightgovernmentsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareTestimony; attestation; witness; approval."Her suffrage was crucial in confirming the accuracy of the witness's statement. "politicsrightgovernmentstateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading