vote of confidence

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vote of confidence

The board members gave the new chairman a vote of confidence.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A formal expression of approval and support: A "vote of confidence" is a formal process, typically within a governing body like a parliament, where members vote to show they support the current leader or government and want them to continue.
    • An indication of trust or approval: More generally, it can refer to any action or statement that shows strong support and faith in a person, group, or plan.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Prime Minister survived the challenge after winning a parliamentary vote of confidence.
    • By renewing his contract, the board gave the manager a clear vote of confidence.
    • Investors showed their vote of confidence in the new strategy by buying more shares.
Advanced Usage
  • "To call for a vote of confidence": To formally request a test of support, often to settle doubts about leadership.
    • Opposition parties may call for a vote of confidence if they believe the government is weak.
  • "To pass/fail a vote of confidence": To succeed or fail in gaining the required support.
    • The government passed the vote of confidence by a narrow margin.
  • "A resounding vote of confidence": An expression of very strong and clear support.
    • The overwhelming election result was seen as a resounding vote of confidence in her policies.
Variants and Related Words
  • Vote of no confidence (Noun): The formal opposite; an expression that a leader or government no longer has support.
    • The minister resigned after losing a vote of no confidence in the committee.
  • Confidence motion (Noun): Another term for a parliamentary vote of confidence.
Synonyms
  • Endorsement: A declaration or action of support.
  • Mandate: The authority to govern, granted through an expression of support like an election.
  • Show of support: A demonstration of backing or approval.
Related Phrases
  • To have the confidence of the house (Idiom): To possess the support of the majority in a legislative body.
    • A prime minister must have the confidence of the house to govern effectively.
  • A seal of approval (Idiom): A sign that something is officially approved or supported.
    • The celebrity's endorsement acted as a seal of approval for the product.
vote of confidence

The board members gave the new chairman a vote of confidence.

Noun
  1. an expression of approval and encouragement
    • they gave the chairman a vote of confidence