Definition of 'dissent'
Noun
- (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority; "he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
- a difference of opinion
- the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
Synonyms: protest objection
Verb
- withhold assent; "Several Republicans dissented"
Antonyms: assent accede acquiesce - express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country"
Synonyms: protest resist - be of different opinions; "I beg to differ!"; "She disagrees with her husband on many questions"
Synonyms: disagree differ take issue
Antonyms: agree hold concur concord
