| Main Entry: |
protest |
| Part of Speech: |
noun |
| Definition: |
complaint, disapproval |
Synonyms: |
bellyache, big stink, blackball,
challenge,
clamor,
declaration,
demonstration,
demur, demurral,
difficulty,
dissent, flak, formal complaint,
grievance, gripe, grouse,
holler*,
howl,
kick*,
knock*,
march, moratorium, nix,
objection, outcry, protestation,
question,
rally, remonstrance, remonstration,
revolt,
riot,
stink*,
tumult,
turmoil
|
Antonyms: |
acceptance, approval, praise
|
* = informal/non-formal usage
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