Meaning of the word dissent in English

What does dissent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dissent

US /dɪˈsent/

UK /dɪˈsent/

the holding or expression of opinions at variance with those commonly or officially held.

Example:

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There was some dissent from the decision.

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The politician faced strong dissent from his own party.

Synonym:

disagreement dispute opposition protest rebellion

to express opinions that are different from those commonly or officially held.

Example:

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Only two members dissented from the majority vote.

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He had the courage to dissent from the prevailing opinion.

Synonym:

disagree differ object protest rebel

Related Word:

dissenter dissenting dissenters