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Definitions of dissent:
  • noun:   a difference of opinion
  • noun:   (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority
    Example: "He expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
  • noun:   the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
  • verb:   withhold assent
    Example: "Several Republicans dissented"
  • verb:   express opposition through action or words
    Example: "Dissent to the laws of the country"
  • verb:   be of different opinions



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