Dissent is an opinion, philosophy or sentiment of non-agreement or opposition to a prevailing idea or policy enforced under the authority of a government, political party or other entity or individual. A dissenting person may be referred to as a dissenter. The term's antonyms include agreement, consensus and consent.

What is an example of dissent?

The definition of dissent is to differ in opinion. An example of dissent is for two children to disagree over who gets to play with a specific toy. The refusal to conform to the authority or doctrine of an established church; nonconformity. ... To reject the doctrines and forms of an established church.

What does dissent mean in the Supreme Court?

At least one party's disagreement with the majority opinion. Thus, an appellate judge who writes an opinion opposing the holding is said to file a dissenting opinion. courts. legal practice/ethics.