dissidence

Speech parts

1. dissidence - Noun

2. dissidence - Adjective

Meaning

Disagreement; dissent; separation from the established religion.

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All protestantism, even the most cold and passive, is a sort of dissent. But the religion most prevalent in our northern colonies is a refinement on the principles of resistance: it is the dissidence of dissent, and the protestantism of the Protestant religion. Edmund Burke

We can now understand the true reason for their condemnation and its severity. The authorities aren't suppressing a reprehensible practice or a crime. They are suppressing dissidence. ... Prohibition is a battle against a contagion of the spirit - against an opinion. Octavio Paz

Through the inspiration of Vaclav's words, the courage of his dissidence and the integrity of his leadership, Czechoslovakia successfully transitioned from an authoritarian state to a free democracy at the heart of Europe. Michael D. Higgins

The religion most prevalent in our northern colonies is a refinement on the principles of resistance it is the dissidence of dissent, and the protestantism of the Protestant religion. Edmund Burke

During a large revolt, dissidents marched on Córdoba itself; However, Abd al-Rahman always managed to stay one step ahead, and crushed all opposition; as he always dealt severely with dissidence in al-Andalus. Source: Internet

In fact, Erabot’s departure may be an indicator of the pattern of dissidence within the party’s top rung leadership in the run up to the election. Source: Internet

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