objectors
nounUK /əbˈdʒɛktəz/
US /əbˈdʒɛktərz/
People who say they do not agree with something.
The objectors stood outside the meeting holding signs.
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2. People who formally state a reason against something in a court or official setting.
The judge listened to the objectors before making a ruling.
3. People who refuse to do something for moral or religious reasons, such as fighting in a war.
The conscientious objectors were given other work instead of military service.
4. People who raise a formal objection during a legal proceeding.
The lawyer's objectors were overruled by the judge.