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- pronunciation:
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jek
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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| definition 1: |
the act of expressing disapproval or opposition, or the disapproval or opposition that is felt.
The meeting was long because there were many objections to the mayor's plan.There is a great deal of objection to the bridge proposal among the members of the community.Although they were against the idea, they were afraid to voice their objection.- synonyms:
- disapproval, opposition, protestation, remonstrance
- similar words:
- contradiction, demur, disagreement, disapprobation, dissension, exception, reservation
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| definition 2: |
a comment or statement presented in opposition or disagreement.
No one made any objection, so the plan went forward.After listening to the many objections of the council members, the mayor decided to consider alternative plans.- synonyms:
- counterargument, dissent, protest, rebuttal
- similar words:
- contradiction, defense, demur, demurrer, exception, protestation, remonstrance
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| definition 3: |
a cause or reason for objecting.
Their objection to the project was that it would be too expensive.I don't understand your objection to my wearing this suit; I think it looks good.- synonyms:
- criticism, exception, grievance
- similar words:
- beef, cavil, challenge, complaint, kick
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| related words: |
grievance, gripe, outcry |
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