objected

VERB

disagree, argue against

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balk complain criticize oppose protest

STRONG

challenge crab cross demur deprecate disapprove disavow discountenance disesteem dispute dissent except expostulate frown gripe grouse inveigh kick rail rant rave remonstrate spurn squawk storm tangle

WEAK

be displeased discommend go-one-on-one make a stink mix it up with raise objection sound off take exception take on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid approve help praise

STRONG

agree compliment consent endorse give in go along sanction

WEAK

accept concur

Example Sentences

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Davis further objected to music producer David Foster’s insistence on an elaborate backing remix for the song, having fallen in love with the first rough cut, which had been recorded live on set.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Many observers agree that AI has entered a new era requiring greater government involvement, but they strongly objected to the manner in which the action is carried out.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

West Berkshire Council found that the order route was "reasonably alleged to exist as a public right of way" but Matthews has objected.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Aidar was quoted in the news about Filó, saying she objected to the influencer bringing Filó into his house, touching her, and treating her like a human.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

“Chip, someone could check your search record, find out that you asked that question,” Jonah objected.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix