protest

noun
ˈproʊtest

Meaning

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.
to express strong objection; to demonstrate against something

Example Sentences

Students organized a protest.

Students protest against the new policy.

Thousands gathered in the square to protest the new law.

Synonyms

demonstration, rebellion, object, oppose, demonstrate, complain, rally, objection, resistance
Entry 1
demonstration, rebellion
Entry 2
object, oppose, demonstrate, complain
Entry 3
demonstration, rally, objection, resistance

Antonyms

compliance, agreement, support, agree, accept, approve, approval, acceptance
Entry 1
compliance, agreement
Entry 2
support, agree, accept, approve
Entry 3
approval, acceptance, compliance

Collocations

protest against, peaceful protest, protest march, strongly protest, protest for, protest rally
Entry 2
protest against, peaceful protest, protest march, strongly protest
Entry 3
protest against, protest for, peaceful protest, protest rally

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