DISSENTING (TO) Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

dissenting (to)

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Definition of dissenting (to)

present participle of dissent (to)

as in objecting (to)

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opposing

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Among rural voters, 25% expressed support, while 60% opposed — with 44% strongly opposing the construction of data centers.

— Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
When his splitter is at its best, Cruz makes opposing hitters look foolish.

— Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

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