dissent

/dɪˈsɛnt/

noun

  1. 1

    Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.

  2. 2

    An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.

  3. 3

    (Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case

  4. 4

    A violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, of failure to comply.

verb

  1. 1

    To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).

  2. 2

    To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.

  3. 3

    To be different; to have contrary characteristics.

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