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DISSENTS

(noun, verb)
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There are 6 meanings of the word Dissents.

Dissents - 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

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Dissents - as a verb

Withhold assent

Example: "Several republicans dissented"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

Express opposition through action or words

Example: "Dissent to the laws of the country"

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Be of different opinions

Example: "I beg to differ!"

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    Example Sentences

    "She dissents from her colleagues on this issue."
    "The judge dissents from the majority opinion."
    "He consistently dissents from the political party's agenda."
    "My sister often dissents from my fashion choices."
    "The dissident dissents from the government's policies and advocates for change."
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    Word Game Points

    Is DISSENTS a valid Scrabble word?
    Yes, dissents is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
    US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

    DISSENTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

    Is DISSENTS a valid Words With Friends word?
    Yes, dissents is valid for Words With Friends
    Valid Word
    DISSENTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

    Is DISSENTS a valid WordFeud word?
    Yes, dissents is valid for WordFeud
    Valid Word
    DISSENTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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