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- [noun proh-test; verb pruh-test, proh-test]
- /noun ˈproʊ tɛst; verb prəˈtɛst, ˈproʊ tɛst/
- /ˈprəʊ.test/
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- [noun proh-test; verb pruh-test, proh-test]
- /noun ˈproʊ tɛst; verb prəˈtɛst, ˈproʊ tɛst/
Definitions of protested word
- noun protested an expression or declaration of objection, disapproval, or dissent, often in opposition to something a person is powerless to prevent or avoid: a protest against increased taxation. 1
- noun protested Commerce. a formal notarial certificate attesting the fact that a check, note, or bill of exchange has been presented for acceptance or payment and that it has been refused. the action taken to fix the liability for a dishonored bill of exchange or note. 1
- noun protested Law. (upon one's payment of a tax or other state or city exaction) a formal statement disputing the legality of the demand. a written and attested declaration made by the master of a ship stating the circumstances under which some damage has happened to the ship or cargo, or other circumstances involving the liability of the officers, crew, etc. 1
- noun protested Sports. a formal objection or complaint made to an official. 1
- verb without object protested to give manifest expression to objection or disapproval; remonstrate. 1
- verb without object protested to make solemn or earnest declaration. 1
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Origin of protested
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; (noun) Middle English < Middle French (French protêt), derivative of protester to protest < Latin prōtestārī to declare publicly, equivalent to prō- pro-1 + testārī to testify, derivative of testis a witness; (v.) late Middle English protesten < Middle French protester
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Parts of speech for Protested
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protested popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
protested usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for protested
verb protested
- animadverted — Simple past tense and past participle of animadvert.
- complained — to express dissatisfaction, pain, uneasiness, censure, resentment, or grief; find fault: He complained constantly about the noise in the corridor.
- demurred — to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples; take exception; object: They wanted to make him the treasurer, but he demurred.
- expostulated — Simple past tense and past participle of expostulate.
- fulminated — Simple past tense and past participle of fulminate.
noun protested
- demoed — demonstration (defs 4, 6).
- dissented — 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.
- fussed — an excessive display of anxious attention or activity; needless or useless bustle: They made a fuss over the new baby.
- groused — to grumble; complain: I've never met anyone who grouses so much about his work.
- marched — Simple past tense and past participle of march.
Antonyms for protested
verb protested
- abetted — to encourage, support, or countenance by aid or approval, usually in wrongdoing: to abet a swindler; to abet a crime.
- acceded — Simple past tense and past participle of accede.
- accorded — to be in agreement or harmony; agree.
- acknowledged — recognized as being true or existing
- acquiesced — to assent tacitly; submit or comply silently or without protest; agree; consent: to acquiesce halfheartedly in a business plan.
noun protested
- consented — to permit, approve, or agree; comply or yield (often followed by to or an infinitive): He consented to the proposal. We asked her permission, and she consented.
Top questions with protested
- which native american group protested the termination policy?
- what does protested mean?
- who protested tax laws in parliament?
- a branch of christians which protested against the established church?
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