Definitions

objection

[uhb-jek-shuhn] / əbˈdʒɛk ʃən /

NOUN

argument, disagreement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge criticism difficulty disapproval displeasure dissatisfaction doubt exception grievance opposition protest question rejection reluctance unwillingness

STRONG

cavil censure declination demur demurral disapprobation discontent disesteem disinclination dislike gripe hesitation kick odium protestation remonstrance remonstration revilement scruple shrinking squawk stink

WEAK

counter-argument demurring niggle repugnancy

Antonyms

STRONGEST

acceptance agreement allowance answer approval calm compliment contentment happiness harmony peace pleasure praise sanction satisfaction

WEAK

concurrence consent

Example Sentences

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The Colombian star put on a spectacular show that saw her dance with knives, writhe in a fake cave and play a fiery guitar solo during Objection Tango.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2023

The district has since created a procedure for its new Media Center Book Objection Review Committee to review and revise the labeling “as needed” during the new school year, Mr. Oliver said Monday.

From Washington Times • Aug. 9, 2022

Kim Schmett and Leanne Pellett, former Republican county elections officials, challenged the signatures and then filed a court appeal of the Iowa Objection Panel’s decision last week.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 11, 2022

Plaintiffs' counsel responded, "Objection, I don't believe Reverend Wispelwey testified at all about Antifa beliefs. In fact, Reverend Wispelwey testified he was not Antifa."

From Salon • Nov. 12, 2021

Objection sustained by Judge Boompointer, who was beginning to be anxious to get at the facts.

From Gabriel Conroy by Harte, Bert

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