Dictionary Check: dissent

"dissent" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority

Example: "he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
noun

a difference of opinion

noun

the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

Synonyms:
verb

withhold assent

Example: "Several Republicans dissented"
Antonyms:
verb

express opposition through action or words

Example: "dissent to the laws of the country"
Synonyms:
verb

be of different opinions

Example: "I beg to differ!"

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