dissent
/dɪˈsɛnt/
Dictionary
noun
- Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.
- An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.
- (Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case
- A violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, of failure to comply.
verb
- To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).
- To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.
- To be different; to have contrary characteristics.
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