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dissents
verb(dis-sent)
be of different opinions
Synonyms: differ, disagree, take issue,
dissents
noun(dis-sent)
the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
Synonyms: objection, protest,
dissents
verb(dis-sent)
express opposition through action or words
Synonyms: protest, resist,
Examples:
Dissent to the laws of the country.
dissents
noun(dis-sent)
a difference of opinion
dissents
noun(dis-sent)
(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority
Examples:
He expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion.
dissents
verb(dis-sent)
withhold assent
Antonyms: assent,
Examples:
Several Republicans dissented.

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