Meaning of 'dissent'

noun

the act of protesting

Example: "a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent"

Synonyms: objection

noun

a difference of opinion

noun

the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority

Example: "The judge expressed their dissent in a contrary opinion."

verb

withhold assent

Example: "Several Republicans dissented"

verb

be of different opinions

Synonyms: disagree differ take issue

verb

express opposition through action or words

Example: "dissent to the laws of the country"

Synonyms: protest