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Dissent

noun
/dɪˈsɛnt/
Word Frequency: 3.8

Definitions

1.nounDisagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.
2.nounAn act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.
3.noun(Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case
4.nounA violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, of failure to comply.
5.verbTo disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).
6.verbTo differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.
7.verbTo be different; to have contrary characteristics.

Synonyms

disagreerefuterejecttake exceptionobjectionresistprotestdissidentdissensiondissidencediscrepancycontradiction

Antonyms

agreementassentcapitulationconsensusacceptagreeallowconsentfollow

Rhymes With

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontenttormentassentrepent
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