Dissenting: meaning, definitions and examples

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dissenting

 

[ dɪˈsɛntɪŋ ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

opinion

Expressing disagreement or holding a different opinion.

Synonyms

contrary, disagreeing, opposing

Examples of usage

  • He wrote a dissenting opinion in the court case.
  • The dissenting members of the committee voiced their concerns.
  • She is known for her dissenting views on the matter.
Context #2 | Noun

politics

The act of expressing disagreement or holding a different opinion.

Synonyms

contradiction, disagreement, opposition

Examples of usage

  • The dissenting of the minority party was heard in the parliament.
  • The dissenting of the citizens sparked a debate on the issue.

Translations

Translations of the word "dissenting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dissidente

🇮🇳 असहमत

🇩🇪 abweichend

🇮🇩 berbeda pendapat

🇺🇦 незгодний

🇵🇱 odmienny

🇯🇵 異議を唱える

🇫🇷 dissident

🇪🇸 disidente

🇹🇷 muhalif

🇰🇷 이의를 제기하는

🇸🇦 معارض

🇨🇿 nesouhlasný

🇸🇰 nesúhlasný

🇨🇳 持不同意见的

🇸🇮 nestrinjajoč se

🇮🇸 andmælandi

🇰🇿 келіспейтін

🇬🇪 განსხვავებული

🇦🇿 fikir ayrılığı olan

🇲🇽 disidente

Word origin

The word 'dissenting' originated from the Latin word 'dissensum', which means 'disagree'. The concept of dissenting has been a crucial part of society throughout history, allowing individuals to express differing opinions and challenge prevailing ideas. From political dissent to philosophical disagreements, the act of dissenting has played a significant role in shaping societies and sparking important discussions.

See also: dissenter, dissenters, dissident.

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