dissentient

• Adjektiv, das eine Person beschreibt, die nicht zustimmt oder Opposition ausdrückt, besonders in einem formellen oder politischen Kontext. Wird heute weitgehend durch 'dissenting' ersetzt.

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.

   Die Teilnahme am anglikanischen Gottesdienst verweigernd

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

   Synonymerecusant

2. Disagreeing with a majorityC2formal

   Expressing disagreement, especially with a prevailing opinion or majority.

   Andersdenkend

   • 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.

   Synonymecontrariandissentingdissidentnonconformistopposingrebelliousrecalcitrant

   Antonymecompliantconcurringconforming