dissenting

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dissenting

A judge writes a dissenting opinion in a legal case.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Holding or expressing opinions that are at variance with those that are officially or commonly held: The word "dissenting" describes a person, group, or opinion that disagrees, especially with a majority or established authority.
    • Formally registering disagreement: In formal contexts, such as law, it refers to the act of expressing a differing opinion in an official record.
Usage
  • "Dissenting" is used to describe a person, voice, opinion, or vote that is in opposition.
  • It often implies a minority position against a prevailing or majority view.
  • It is commonly used in legal, political, and organizational contexts.
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The dissenting judge wrote a separate opinion explaining her disagreement with the court's majority decision.
    • A few dissenting voices in the committee argued against the proposal.
    • He published a dissenting article that challenged the mainstream scientific theory.
Advanced Usage
  • "To file a dissenting opinion": In a court of law, this is the formal act of a judge writing and publishing an opinion that disagrees with the conclusion reached by the majority of judges in the case.
    • Justice Stevens filed a powerful dissenting opinion.
  • "Dissenting view/position": A viewpoint that is in opposition to the commonly accepted one.
    • The report included a chapter dedicated to the dissenting views on the policy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dissenter (noun): A person who dissents.
    • The law protected the rights of religious dissenters.
  • Dissent (noun/verb): The act or expression of dissenting.
    • Noun: There was widespread dissent against the new rules.
    • Verb: Two members of the jury dissented from the verdict.
Synonyms
  • Opposing: Acting against or in opposition to.
  • Contrary: Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
  • Nonconformist: Not conforming to established customs or beliefs.
Antonyms
  • Assenting: Expressing agreement or approval.
  • Concurring: Agreeing; having the same opinion.
  • Consenting: Giving permission or agreement.
dissenting

A judge writes a dissenting opinion in a legal case.

Adjective
  1. disagreeing, especially with a majority

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