dissenter

Definitions

A person who disagrees with or rejects the opinions, doctrines, or practices of an established church, political party, or other authority.

One who expresses an opinion that is at odds with those of a majority or an official body.

Examples

The lone dissenter in the committee refused to sign the agreement until his concerns were addressed.

History often remembers the dissenter as a visionary who dared to challenge the status quo.

Synonyms

nonconformist protester rebel heretic objector dissident maverick

Antonyms

conformist supporter loyalist follower adherent believer conformant