Dissidence

/dˈɪsɪdəns/

/ˈdɪsədəns/

Dissidence

strong disagreement with and criticism of the policies of one's government, particularly where there is punishment for this action

Examples

1. This dissidence opened up a rift between Davis and her parents, which only widened further.

2. Saying he couldn't tolerate dissidence in the mass media because the people's cohesion is fundamental.

3. The Marcos regime was very concerned about dissidence, so the security forces are tasked with arresting the dissidents, torturing them for information.

4. His latest is "Full Dissidence: Notes from an Uneven Playing Field."