vox

/vɒks/

Definitions

1. noun

A person’s voice, especially when used to express an opinion or make a protest.

“The vox of dissent was heard loud and clear at the town hall meeting.”

2. noun

A person’s vote or opinion, especially in a general election.

“The vox of the people decided to elect the incumbent president.”

3. noun

A musical instrument that imitates the human voice.

“The choir included a vox in their rendition of the hymn.”

4. noun

A musical voice or tone, especially in a composition.

“The song featured a soaring vox in the final chorus.”

5. noun

In the context of the Roman Republic, the vox of the people was a decision made by the people through their elected representatives.

“The vox of the people was ignored by the ruling elite.”

6. noun

A person, especially a Roman citizen, who had the right to vote.

“Only Roman citizens had the right to be a vox in the Roman Republic.”

7. interjection

Used to express approval or agreement.

“Vox! Well said!”

Synonyms

  • opinion
  • voice
  • vote

Antonyms

  • opposition
  • silence