dissent
dis ent
- n (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority
he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion - n a difference of opinion
- n the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
- v withhold assent
Several Republicans dissented - v express opposition through action or words
dissent to the laws of the country - v be of different opinions
- THE PEOPLE At opposite ends of the American continent last week, dissenters were on the march.
- I dissent most strongly from the attempt to argue that one party represents God and that the other doesn't.
- Clergymen have long been among the leaders of protest against the Viet Nam war, but in recent weeks the clerical dissent has become increasingly bold and bitter.