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- [dih-sent]
- /dɪˈsɛnt/
- /dɪˈsent/
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- [dih-sent]
- /dɪˈsɛnt/
Definitions of dissenting word
- verb without object dissenting to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed by from): Two of the justices dissented from the majority decision. 1
- verb without object dissenting to disagree with the methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government; take an opposing view. 1
- verb without object dissenting to disagree with or reject the doctrines or authority of an established church. 1
- noun dissenting difference of sentiment or opinion. 1
- noun dissenting dissenting opinion. 1
- noun dissenting disagreement with the philosophy, methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government. 1
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Origin of dissenting
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English dissenten (< Middle French dissentir) < Latin dissentīre, equivalent to dis- dis-1 + sentīre to feel
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Parts of speech for Dissenting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
dissenting popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for dissenting
adjective dissenting
- factional — of a faction or factions.
- divisive — forming or expressing division or distribution.
- disagreeing — Present participle of disagree.
- heretical — of, relating to, or characteristic of heretics or heresy.
- sceptical — inclined to skepticism; having an attitude of doubt: a skeptical young woman who will question whatever you say.
Antonyms for dissenting
adjective dissenting
- confirmatory — confirming or tending to confirm
- confirmative — serving to confirm; corroborative.
- affirmatory — showing or giving confirmation, ratification, or assertion
- affirmative — An affirmative word or gesture indicates that you agree with what someone has said or that the answer to a question is 'yes'.
adverb dissenting
- affably — pleasantly easy to approach and to talk to; friendly; cordial; warmly polite: an affable and courteous gentleman.
- good-natured — having or showing a pleasant, kindly disposition; amiable: a warm, good-natured person.
- benevolently — characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile.
- amicably — characterized by or showing goodwill; friendly; peaceable: an amicable settlement.
- charmingly — In a charming manner.
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