protest
/pɹˈoʊtˌɛst/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
noun
- a formal and solemn declaration of objection
“they finished the game under protest to the league president” - the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
- the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval
“he shouted his protests at the umpire”
verb
- utter words of protest
- express opposition through action or words
“dissent to the laws of the country” - affirm or avow formally or solemnly
“The suspect protested his innocence”
Synonyms for protest
Words that rhyme with protest
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