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noun

ˈvȯis How to pronounce voice (audio)
Definition of voicenext
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as in say
the right to express a wish, choice, or opinion everyone will have a voice in the decision of where to go for our vacation

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2
as in expression
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a publisher who used his newspaper as a voice for his extreme conservatism

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3
as in singer
one who sings one of the great voices of her generation

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voice

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verb

as in to express
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) voiced a suggestion about where to go

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How is the word voice distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of voice are air, broach, express, utter, and vent. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

When is air a more appropriate choice than voice?

The meanings of air and voice largely overlap; however, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

Where would broach be a reasonable alternative to voice?

Although the words broach and voice have much in common, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

When is it sensible to use express instead of voice?

The words express and voice can be used in similar contexts, but express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When would utter be a good substitute for voice?

The synonyms utter and voice are sometimes interchangeable, but utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When might vent be a better fit than voice?

While in some cases nearly identical to voice, vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of voice
Noun
White actually carried main voice Terry Gannon through parts of the broadcast. —John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026 There are powerful voices in and around state government who look at Connecticut and see only unmet needs. —Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
Recently, the streaming giant dramatically retooled its visual look as an application, and many users were quick to voice their initial discontent. —William Jones, Ascend Agency, 7 Feb. 2026 To share a podium with Paris, well, that’s something Franzoni voiced into reality. —Pat Graham, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for voice
  1. say
  2. expression
  3. singer
  4. express
  5. share
  6. formulation
  7. give
  8. role
Noun
  • Judges have the final say, but departures from jury recommendations are uncommon.
    — Monroe Trombly, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The flap over news that this would be the NFL’s halftime entertainment is emblematic of the MAGA movement’s naked disinterest in much beyond a deciding say in the messaging of America’s largest platforms.
    — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2026
Definition of say
Noun
  • Bad Bunny took us through tableaux of Latinx joy, with different expressions of beautiful hair in each vignette.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Rapper Snoop Dogg wears a blank expression, moments after watching Team USA's Lindsey Vonn crash out of the women’s downhill in Cortina d’Ampezzo this morning.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
Definition of expression
Noun
  • The singer slowly made his way down the stage, stopping by La Casita, popularized during the singer’s recent world tour, and even witnessed a couple’s real wedding.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
  • In an appearance on Fox News, the Trump-supporting singer bashed the choice of Bunny, saying the performance was an insult to the MAGA movement.
    — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of singer
Verb
  • Whaley, who spoke after Parks, expressed a similar sentiment.
    — ALEX ROZIER Mississippi Today, Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
  • The agency owns additional acreage in the area, and Platform Ventures had expressed interest in buying about 305 more acres from Port KC for further industrial development.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of express
Noun
  • The share of Americans who report being satisfied with their current lives is also the second-lowest in the survey’s history — higher only than the percentage recorded in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Alphabet and Meta shares are each up 3% this year.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of share
Noun
  • Founded in Norway by Gine Margrethe, Bob Beauté is a minimalist beauty brand grounded in high quality, multifunctional formulations.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Midlife women should speak with their doctors about their personal risk when taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT), since certain formulations can increase clotting risk.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of formulation
Verb
  • Meanwhile, Ishii said the council is focused on filling the five Police Accountability Board vacancies and finding Aguilar’s replacement, finalizing the board’s regulations, giving both oversight entities the necessary tools to succeed and restoring belief in the oversight process.
    — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • McVay said the team would give the players time to digest the season and decide what might be next.
    — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Definition of give
Noun
  • Baseball owners, with Dick Monfort playing a prominent role as a hawk in labor negotiations, are expected to lock out the players after this season, seeking a salary cap, believing that is the only reason the Dodgers win.
    — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Safety and security also play a role, from a home free of hazards to AI phone scams that are becoming more prevalent among older generations.
    — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
Definition of role

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“Voice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voice. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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