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Dissent
01
a difference of opinion, especially from commonly accepted beliefs
Examples
There was open dissent among the committee members over the proposal.
Her quiet dissent went unnoticed during the heated debate.
02
a formal statement in which a judge disagrees with the opinion or decision of the majority
SpecializedExamples
The justice wrote a powerful dissent challenging the court's reasoning.
Her dissent emphasized the constitutional implications of the ruling.
03
the action of demonstrating opposition in public or organized form
Examples
The streets filled with crowds showing dissent against the new law.
Political dissent was met with censorship and arrests.
to dissent
01
to give or have opinions that differ from those officially or commonly accepted
Examples
She was known to often dissent during meetings, always challenging the prevailing views.
Many in the community dissented when the city proposed building a new highway through the park.
02
to disagree with or reject the doctrines of an orthodox or established church, often by withdrawing membership
Examples
In the 16th century, many Christians dissented from the Church of England.
She dissented from her congregation over its stance on social issues.
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