dissenters
nounUK /dɪˈsɛntəz/
US /dɪˈsɛntərz/
Dissenters are people who say they do not agree with a group or a rule.
The dissenters refused to sign the new agreement.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. People who leave an official church because they disagree with its teachings.
The dissenters formed their own congregation in the village.
3. Judges or officials who publicly disagree with a majority decision.
The dissenters wrote a strong opinion explaining their vote.
4. People who challenge the accepted beliefs of a political party or government.
The party's dissenters called for a change in leadership.