Definition of Dissent

Noun: dissent di'sent

(law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority
"he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion"
A difference of opinion
The act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
- protest, objection

Verb: dissent di'sent

Withhold assent
"Several Republicans dissented"
Express opposition through action or words
"dissent to the laws of the country";
- protest, resist
Be of different opinions
"She dissents with her husband on many questions";
- disagree, differ, take issue