protesting
verb (present participle)UK /prəˈtestɪŋ/
US /prəˈtestɪŋ/
Saying loudly that you do not agree with something.
The students were protesting against the new school rules.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Showing that you are unhappy about something by what you say or do.
She was protesting that the decision was unfair.
3. Taking part in a public march or gathering to show disagreement.
Thousands of people were protesting in the city square.
4. Formally stating that something is wrong or untrue.
He was protesting his innocence to the police.