DISSENTING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the act of protesting

Example: a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

a difference of opinion

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority

Example: he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

express opposition through action or words

Example: dissent to the laws of the country

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

withhold assent

Example: Several Republicans dissented

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

be of different opinions

Example: I beg to differ!; She disagrees with her husband on many questions