Spanish Conversation · Level 112
60 words
Spanish word
vetar
Pronunciation
IPA/beˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbveto
Example
El jefe vetó la idea en la reunión.
The boss vetoed the idea at the meeting.
More examples
El moderador puede vetar el acceso a usuarios problemáticos.
The moderator can veto access to problematic users.
Core concept
Using formal authority to nullify a proposal's approval.
Common phrases
vetar el acceso
veto access
vetar una publicación
veto a post
Similar words
rechazar: Refuses or declines a proposal, offer, or request as a straightforward rejection.
prohibir: Makes an action illegal or forbidden through law or official regulation.
impedir: Prevents movement or an event from occurring by creating an obstacle or interference.
bloquear: Stops a passage, communication, or flow so that nothing can pass through.
Definition in Spanish
Impedir la adopción o ejecución de una propuesta mediante el uso de un poder que anula su aprobación.
Word origin
It comes from Latin vetare, and Spanish adds the suffix -ar to form vetar as a verb cognate with English veto that means preventing a proposal from taking effect by exercising formal authority.
Usage tips
- The verb takes a direct object or a person (vetar algo, vetar a alguien) and implies institutional power rather than an ordinary refusal.