dissent

Definitions

To hold or express opinions that are at odds with those previously, commonly, or officially held.

The expression or holding of opinions at variance with those officially or commonly held.

Examples

The committee members expressed their dissent regarding the proposed budget cuts.

There was a growing sense of dissent among the employees concerning the new management policies.

He was known for his vocal dissent against the government's controversial foreign policy.

Synonyms

disagreement opposition discord protest objection defiance dissension

Antonyms

agreement concurrence assent consensus harmony accord compliance