CEFR C1

dissenting

adjective

Meaning

Expressing an opinion that is different from what is commonly or officially held.

Examples

The dissenting voices in the meeting raised valid concerns about the proposed changes.
She wrote a lengthy dissenting report, outlining her objections to the committee's findings.

Synonyms: disagreeing, objecting, dissentient, nonconformist

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dissenting (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsɛntɪŋ/

Definition

Expressing an opinion that is different from what is commonly or officially held.

Examples

The dissenting voices in the meeting raised valid concerns about the proposed changes.
She wrote a lengthy dissenting report, outlining her objections to the committee's findings.
Despite the dissenting views, the board proceeded with the controversial plan.

How to Use dissenting

dissenting from (prepositional phrase): Expressing disagreement with a decision or belief. — "The senator was dissenting from the party line on the new bill."

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