Canvass

7 lettersverbmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

To solicit opinions, votes, or support from people by approaching them directly and asking specific questions.

“Volunteers went door to door to canvass local residents ahead of the council election.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈkænvəs/

Syllables

can·vass

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Synonyms

canvas poll sail sheet analyze analyse study examine

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Wordle

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Worth 12 points, the double S at the end is distinctive and sets this word apart from single-S canvas

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