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dissent

/dɪˈsɛnt/

noun

Meaning

  • Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.

  • An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.

  • (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

  • A 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.

verb

Meaning

  • To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).

  • To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.

  • To be different; to have contrary characteristics.

Synonyms

disagree,
refute,
reject,
take exception