protestation

• Substantiv, das eine förmliche und feierliche Erklärung des Widerspruchs oder eine nachdrückliche Protesterklärung bezeichnet.

A noun referring to a formal and solemn declaration of objection or a strong declaration of protest.

1. Formal objectionC1formal

   A formal and solemn declaration expressing strong disagreement or disapproval.

   Protest

   • The ambassador issued a protestation against the new trade restrictions.
   • His protestation of innocence was met with skepticism.
   • The committee received a formal protestation from the affected citizens.

   Synonymecomplaintdissentexceptionexpostulationgrievanceobjectionprotestremonstrance

   Antonymeacceptanceagreementapprovalassentendorsementsupport

2. Strong declarationC1formal

   A forceful and emphatic statement, often made to defend a position or deny an accusation.

   Erklärung

   • Despite his protestations of loyalty, his actions suggested otherwise.
   • Her protestation that she had not seen the document was unconvincing.
   • The defendant's protestation of ignorance did not sway the jury.

   Synonymeaffirmationassertionasseverationavowalclaimcontentiondeclarationinsistenceprofessionstatement