Meaning of dissent

Definition of dissent

(noun) (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority; "he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
a difference of opinion
the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
(verb) withhold assent; "Several Republicans dissented"
express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country"
be of different opinions; "I beg to differ!"; "She disagrees with her husband on many questions"

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