Definition of dissents

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  • dissents is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • dissents is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • dissents is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of dissents

  • be of different opinions (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. differ
    2. disagree
    3. take issue
  • the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. objection
    2. protest
  • express opposition through action or words (verb)

    Examples

    1. dissent to the laws of the country

    Synonyms

    1. protest
    2. resist
  • a difference of opinion (noun)
  • (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority (noun)

    Examples

    1. he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion
  • withhold assent (verb)

    Examples

    1. Several Republicans dissented

See definition of dissents in Merriam Webster