dissenting
|dis-sent-ing|
C1
/dɪˈsɛntɪŋ/
(dissent)
opposition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dissent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dissentire,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'sentire' meant 'to feel.'
Historical Evolution
'dissentire' transformed into the Old French word 'dissentir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dissent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to feel apart or differently,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
expressing or holding opinions that are at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially expressed.
The dissenting voices in the meeting were not ignored.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45