English to English noun
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(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority |  | Example: he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion
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a difference of opinion |  | source: wordnet30
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the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent |  | source: wordnet30
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The act of dissenting; difference of opinion; refusal to adopt something proposed; nonagreement, nonconcurrence, or disagreement. |  | source: webster1913 verb
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withhold assent |  | Example: Several Republicans dissented
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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! She disagrees with her husband on many questions
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To differ in opinion; to be of unlike or contrary sentiment; to disagree; -- followed by from. |  | source: webster1913
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