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Definition of Protest

1. Noun. A formal and solemn declaration of objection. "The many protestations did not stay the execution"

2. Verb. Utter words of protest.

3. Noun. The act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent.

4. Verb. Express opposition through action or words. "Dissent to the laws of the country"

5. Noun. The act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval. "A shower of protest was heard from the rear of the hall"

6. Verb. Affirm or avow formally or solemnly. "The suspect protested his innocence"

Definition of Protest

1. v. i. To affirm in a public or formal manner; to bear witness; to declare solemnly; to avow.

2. v. t. To make a solemn declaration or affirmation of; to proclaim; to display; as, to protest one's loyalty.

3. n. A solemn declaration of opinion, commonly a formal objection against some act; especially, a formal and solemn declaration, in writing, of dissent from the proceedings of a legislative body; as, the protest of lords in Parliament.

Definition of Protest

1. to express strong objection [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Protest

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proteoses Proterochampsa Proterozoic Proterozoic aeon Proterozoic eon protest (current term) Protestant Protestantism protestants Protestant Church

Protestant deacon Protestant denomination Protestant Episcopal Church Protestant Reformation protestation protestations protested protester protesters protesting

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