Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Dissent.
Dissent - as a noun
(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority
Example: "He expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
A difference of opinion
The act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
objection20protest9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
resistance12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Dissent - as a verb
Express opposition through action or words
Example: "Dissent to the laws of the country"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protest9resist6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contradict15controvert15oppose10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be of different opinions
Example: "I beg to differ!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
differ13disagree10take issueHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"There was a fierce dissent among the board members regarding the new policy."
"The judge wrote a strong dissent in the Supreme Court case."
"Her dissent with the team's decision led to her suspension."
"The committee was divided, with two members in dissent and three in agreement."
"Public dissent against the government's actions grew stronger."
Word Game Points
Is DISSENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dissent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISSENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is DISSENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dissent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISSENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is DISSENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dissent is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISSENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
