Objecting: meaning, definitions and examples

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objecting

 

[ษ™bหˆdส’ษ›ktษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

expressing disapproval

Objecting refers to the act of expressing or feeling disapproval towards something. It often involves voicing opposition to an idea, proposal, or decision, and can manifest in various forms, such as speaking out in a meeting, filing a formal complaint, or simply disagreeing in conversation. This action highlights a divergence in perspective and may provoke discussion or debate. The intensity of objection can vary from mild disagreement to strong opposition depending on the situation.

Synonyms

challenging, disputing, dissenting, protesting.

Examples of usage

  • She was objecting to the new policy.
  • He voiced his objections during the meeting.
  • They are objecting to the proposed changes.
  • The residents are objecting to the construction plans.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'objectus', meaning 'thrown against', which reflects its confrontational nature.
  • In Middle English, 'objecting' referred to presenting a reason against something, showing a clear evolution in its usage.

Legal Context

  • In courtrooms, attorneys often use objections to challenge the admissibility of evidence during trials.
  • Different types of objections have very specific rules, such as 'hearsay' or 'leading question,' reflecting a complex legal language.

Psychology

  • Objecting can be viewed as a form of assertive communication, where expressing disagreement can help clarify misunderstandings.
  • Research shows that engaging in respectful objection can improve group decision-making by encouraging diverse viewpoints.

Pop Culture

  • Many movies feature courtroom dramas where characters dramatically object to evidence, adding suspense to the storyline.
  • Reality TV shows often highlight objections during debates, showcasing conflicts and conformance within group dynamics.

Education

  • Teaching students to express objections respectfully fosters critical thinking and better discussion skills.
  • Debate clubs encourage participants to practice objecting to othersโ€™ ideas while providing evidence-based reasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "objecting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น objecรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคฐเฅ‹เคง

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einwendung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menolak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sprzeciw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็•ฐ่ญฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท opposition

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ objeciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท itiraz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ˜๋Œ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุนุชุฑุงุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกmitek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกmietka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅฏน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pripomba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ andmรฆli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ัั‹ ัˆั‹า“ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒแƒฆแƒ›แƒ“แƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiraz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ objeciรณn

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,897, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.