Meaning of 'protest'

noun

the act of protesting

Synonyms: objection

noun

a formal and solemn declaration of objection

Example: "they finished the game under protest to the league president"

Synonyms: protestation

noun

the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval

Example: "The players shouted their protests at the referee."

verb

utter words of protest

verb

affirm or avow formally or solemnly

Example: "The suspect protested their innocence."

verb

express opposition through action or words

Synonyms: dissent resist