dissenting
UK: dɪˈsɛntɪŋ | US: dɪˈsɛntɪŋ
adj. expressing disagreement or opposition
v. (present participle of dissent) to hold or express a differing opinion
The word dissenting traces back to Latin dissentire, combining dis- (indicating separation) and sentire (to feel or think). Over time, it evolved in Middle English via Old French dissentir, retaining the core idea of "thinking apart" or disagreeing. The -ing suffix marks its present participle form, used for continuous action or adjectival description. This structure vividly captures the act of holding a divergent opinion.
The judge wrote a dissenting opinion in the court's ruling.
Dissenting voices were silenced during the authoritarian regime.
She remained dissenting despite pressure to conform.
The proposal passed with only two dissenting votes.
Dissenting views are essential for healthy debate.