dissentient

• صفة تصف من يخالف الرأي أو يعرب عن معارضته، ولا سيما في السياق الرسمي أو السياسي. وقد حلّت محلها إلى حد كبير كلمة 'dissenting'.

An adjective describing someone who disagrees or expresses opposition, especially in a formal or political context. Now largely replaced by 'dissenting'.

1. Refusing to attend Church of England servicesC2formalbritish

   Describing a person, especially a Catholic, who refuses to attend services of the Church of England.

   رافض حضور خدمات كنيسة إنجلترا

   • The dissentient Catholics formed their own congregation.
   • In the 19th century, many dissentient families faced social pressure.
   • The parish records noted several dissentient members.

   المرادفاتrecusant

2. Disagreeing with a majorityC2formal

   Expressing disagreement, especially with a prevailing opinion or majority.

   مُعَارِض

   • The dissentient voice in the committee was quickly silenced.
   • Only one member was dissentient to the proposed changes.
   • Her dissentient opinion was based on careful analysis.

   المرادفاتcontrariandissentingdissidentnonconformistopposingrebelliousrecalcitrant

   الأضدادcompliantconcurringconforming