protest

//ˈproʊ.test//
B2Frequency Level 7Neutral
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Noun

protestSingular
protestsPlural
1

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.

She wrote a letter of protest to the company about their decision.

2

An organized public demonstration expressing strong objection to a policy or course of action.

Thousands of people joined the protest against the new law.

Verb

protestInfinitive
protestPresent tense
protestedPast tense
protestedPast participle
protestingPresent participle
protestsThird-person singular
1

To express an objection to what someone has said or done.

She protested that the decision was unfair.

2

To participate in a public demonstration expressing disapproval.

Thousands of people protested in the streets against the new law.

3

To declare formally or solemnly; to affirm.

He protested his innocence throughout the trial.

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