Meaning of dissent in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

noun

• Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.

• An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.

• (Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case

• A violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, of failure to comply.

verb

• To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).

• To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.

• To be different; to have contrary characteristics.