definition of
dissent

[1] #1 dissent n. (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority; "he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion". wn

[2] #2 dissent v. withhold assent; "Several Republicans dissented". wn

[3] #3 dissent n. a difference of opinion. wn

[4] #4 dissent v. [protest, resist] express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country". wn

[5] #5 dissent n. [protest, objection] the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent. wn