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dissent

verb
/dɪˈsɛnt/

Meaning

To hold or express opinions that are different from those officially accepted.

Example Sentences

Several members dissented from the majority decision.

Example Expressions

voice dissent

Synonyms

disagree, oppose, protest, object, differ

Antonyms

agree, consent, approve

Collocations

dissent strongly, political dissent, voice dissent, dissenting opinion

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