Entry Word: objection

Function: noun

Meaning: a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent <pardon me, but I have an objection to any plan that requires staying out all night>

Synonyms challenge, complaint, demur, expostulation, fuss, protest, question, remonstrance

Related Words compunction, doubt, misgiving, qualm, scruple; difficulty, misunderstanding; cavil, quibble; argument, conflict, debate, dispute, dissent, hassle, quarrel, squabble; censure, criticism; defiance, disobedience, rebellion

Near Antonyms willingness; approval, sanction; acceptance, acquiescence, agreement, assent; compliance, obedience