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Dissent
01
a difference of opinion, especially from commonly accepted beliefs
Voorbeelden
Academic dissent is essential for intellectual progress.
02
a formal statement in which a judge disagrees with the opinion or decision of the majority
SpecializedVoorbeelden
In his dissent, the judge warned of future consequences for civil rights.
03
the action of demonstrating opposition in public or organized form
Voorbeelden
Peaceful dissent is a cornerstone of democratic society.
to dissent
01
afwijken, van mening verschillen
to give or have opinions that differ from those officially or commonly accepted
Voorbeelden
It is important for a healthy democracy to allow citizens to freely dissent and voice their opinions.
Het is belangrijk voor een gezonde democratie dat burgers vrijelijk afwijkende meningen kunnen uiten en hun mening kunnen geven.
02
afwijken, tegenspreken
to disagree with or reject the doctrines of an orthodox or established church, often by withdrawing membership
Voorbeelden
Those who dissented on doctrinal grounds formed a new denomination.
Degenen die om doctrinaire redenen afweken, vormden een nieuwe denominatie.
Lexicale Boom
dissentious
dissent
