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protested

VERB

complain, disapprove; argue against

Synonyms

STRONGEST

affirm assert declare demonstrate fight insist maintain object oppose resist revolt

STRONG

asseverate attest avouch avow blast buck combat contend demur disagree except expostulate holler howl kick predicate profess rebel remonstrate squawk testify

WEAK

back-talk be against be displeased by constate cry out inveigh against make a stink put up a fight say no sound off take exception thumbs down

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree comply deny forget go along support

STRONG

accept compliment consent give in praise retreat surrender

WEAK

approve

Example Sentences

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At least two among the more than 2,000 guests at the roast protested.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

It is one of the reasons tennis' top players say they protested about pay at the French Open - to drive change for the good of the game.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Labor unions have protested attempts to cut back coverage, arguing that they hurt employees who can’t afford the drugs’ sticker price.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

In Bangladesh's capital, residents protested on Thursday by blocking roads for hours and rallying in several areas demanding justice.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

When Bobby, a classically late sleeper, heard of yet another change of schedule, he protested immediately.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady