Plebiscitum is a Latin word that refers to a direct vote of the qualified voters of a state in regard to a specific proposal or question. Some synonyms for the word Plebiscitum are referendum, poll, ballot, election, and survey. A referendum is a type of plebiscite where the public can vote on a particular issue. A poll is an inquiry in which a group of people can express their opinion on a particular issue. A ballot is a voting paper used to cast a vote for a particular candidate or issue. An election involves the processes of selecting a person for public office through voting. A survey is a technique used to gather information and opinions from a group of people.