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Protested

Verb / prʌˈtestɪd / / ˈprəʊˌtestɪd / Another word for protested — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to express disagreement or disapproval with something

Synonyms & similar words

dissent resist protest oppose challenge dispute object resist defy denounce condemn criticize rebuke reprimand scold upbraid expostulate remonstrate argue quarrel debate disagree contradict

Synonyms by register

Formal

objected challenged disputed contested

Informal

kicked up a fuss made a stink complained grumbled

Literary

declaimed lamented

Antonyms

agreed accepted approved acquiesced conceded supported endorsed

Common collocations

  • peacefully protested
  • publicly protested
  • strongly protested
  • protested against
  • protested the decision
  • protested the war
  • protested loudly

Word family

noun protest
verb protest
adjective protesting

Usage note

The verb 'protest' often implies a formal or public expression of objection. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but the intensity of the objection may vary.

Example sentences

  1. I protested against the new dress code at school.
  2. John protested when his mom said he couldn't go outside.
  3. The workers protested for better wages and working conditions.
  4. Several people protested outside the courthouse.
  5. The students protested the cancellation of their favorite class.

Quotes

  • Protesting is an American right, a civil right.
  • We who protest are not the ones who create violence. We're the ones who seek to bring about peace.
  • Protest beyond the law is not a departure from democracy; it is absolutely essential to it.

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