veto
/ˈviˌtoʊ/
a constitutional right to reject a decision
veto in a sentence
“The president exercised his veto over the bill.”
Origin of veto
Latin veto I forbid, from vetare to forbid
Related Words
fiat
a formal authorization or decree
edict
an official order or proclamation
decree
an official order issued by a legal authority
diktat
an order imposed by someone in power without popular consent
leverage
the power to influence a situation or person
clout
influence or power, especially in politics or business