protest

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/ˈpɹəʊ.tɛst/ English

Definitions

noun

A formal objection, especially one by a group.“They lodged a protest with the authorities.”
A collective gesture of disapproval; a demonstration.“We held a protest in front of City Hall.”
The noting by a notary public of an unpaid or unaccepted bill.
A written declaration, usually by the master of a ship, stating the circumstances attending loss or damage of ship or cargo, etc.

verb

To make a strong objection.“How dare you, I protest!”
To affirm (something).“I do protest and declare …”
To object to.“They protested the demolition of the school.”
To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.

Related words

Synonyms

dissent objection protestation resist sit-in invoke appeal rally demo demonstration demonstrate reserve rebuttal denunciation show manifestation

Associated

marches rallies protesting boycott demanding riot refuse hunger peaceful occupy

Rhymes

manifest crest detest distressed jest impressed acquiesced rest chest arrest

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