WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Dissentient

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Noun

Meaning: A person who disagrees or dissents from a majority opinion, belief, or decision.

Example Sentence: The committee was divided between the dissentients and those who supported the proposal.

Related Products: Dissenting Opinions

Adjective

Meaning: Expressing or involving disagreement or dissent.

Example Sentence: The dissentient voices in the crowd grew louder as they protested against the new law.

Related Products: Dissenting Voices