dissident

noun
/ˈdɪsɪdənt/

Meaning

A person who opposes official policy, especially that of an authoritarian state.

Example Sentences

The dissident was arrested for speaking against the government.

Synonyms

protester, rebel, opponent, nonconformist

Antonyms

supporter, loyalist

Collocations

political dissident, outspoken dissident, prominent dissident

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