Definition

A person who does not participate in voting during an election.

Example

Many nonvoters expressed their dissatisfaction with the candidates.

Conversation

I can't believe there are so many nonvoters in our area.

I know, right? It feels like their voices are just missing.

Exactly! It makes me wonder why some people choose not to vote.

Maybe they feel like their vote doesn't matter or they're just not informed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonvoter → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "voter" (from the verb "vote", which comes from Latin "votare", meaning to vow or to wish). The word "nonvoter" refers to a person who does not participate in voting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'voter' as someone who votes — a nonvoter is simply someone who does not vote.

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