<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed by from): Two of the justices dissented from the majority decision.</li><li>to disagree with the methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government; take an opposing view.</li><li>to disagree with or reject the doctrines or authority of an established church.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>difference of sentiment or opinion.</li><li>Synonyms: opposition, dissatisfaction, disagreement</li><li>dissenting opinion (def).</li><li>disagreement with the philosophy, methods, goals, etc., of a political party or government.</li><li>Synonyms: opposition, dissatisfaction, disagreement</li><li>separation from an established church, especially the Church of England; nonconformity.</li></ul>