Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Protest.
How to pronounce protest:
US
Protest - as a noun
A formal and solemn declaration of objection
Example: "They finished the game under protest to the league president"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
protestation14The act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissent8objection20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
resistance12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval
Example: "He shouted his protests at the umpire"
Protest - as a verb
Utter words of protest
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
complain14kick14kvetch18plain7quetch20sound offHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Express opposition through action or words
Example: "Dissent to the laws of the country"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissent8resist6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contradict15controvert15oppose10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Affirm or avow formally or solemnly
Example: "The suspect protested his innocence"
Example Sentences
"The student led a peaceful protest against the proposed tuition hike."
"The workers organized a protest to demand better working conditions."
"The protest turned violent as clashes broke out between the demonstrators and the police."
"The protesters gathered outside the courthouse to voice their opposition to the verdict."
"The environmental activists organized a protest against deforestation."
Word Game Points
Is PROTEST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, protest is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROTEST has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PROTEST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, protest is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROTEST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PROTEST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, protest is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROTEST has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
