protests in English

noun

1

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

the Hungarian team lodged an official protest

synonyms: objection, complaint, exception, disapproval, challenge, dissent, demurral, remonstration, fuss, outcry

2

a written declaration, typically by a notary public, that a bill has been presented and payment or acceptance refused.

verb

1

express an objection to what someone has said or done.

she wouldn't let him pay, and he didn't protest

synonyms: express opposition, object, dissent, take issue, make/take a stand, put up a fight, kick, take exception, complain, express disapproval, disagree, demur, remonstrate, make a fuss, cry out, speak out, rail, inveigh, fulminate, kick up a fuss/stink

2

declare (something) firmly and emphatically in the face of stated or implied doubt or in response to an accusation.

“I'm not being coy!” Lucy protested

synonyms: insist on, maintain, assert, affirm, announce, proclaim, declare, profess, contend, argue, claim, vow, swear (to), stress, aver

3

write or obtain a protest in regard to (a bill).

noun

objection, complaint, exception, disapproval, challenge, dissent, demurral, remonstration, fuss, outcry
demonstration, (protest) march, rally, counterdemonstration, sit-in, occupation, work-to-rule, industrial action, (work) stoppage, strike, walkout, mutiny, picket, boycott
protestation
dissent, objection

verb

express opposition, demonstrate, insist on, dissent
express opposition, object, dissent, take issue, make/take a stand, put up a fight, kick, take exception, complain, express disapproval, disagree, demur, remonstrate, make a fuss, cry out, speak out, rail, inveigh, fulminate, kick up a fuss/stink
demonstrate, march, hold a rally, sit in, occupy somewhere, work to rule, take industrial action, stop work, strike, go on strike, walk out, mutiny, picket, boycott something
insist on, maintain, assert, affirm, announce, proclaim, declare, profess, contend, argue, claim, vow, swear (to), stress, aver
dissent, resist

Use "protests" in a sentence

1. Separating anti-Syrian protests and pro-Syrian counter protests in 2005.

2. Massive protests erupted.

3. Their protests went unheard.

4. All our protests were unavailing.

5. Protests continued intermittently throughout November.

6. Her protests seemed sincere enough.

7. Discontented workers joined the protests.

8. I disagree with violent protests.

9. Rabbi Wise called for nationwide protests.

10. The tracker focuses on Antigovernment protests

11. Public protests continued well into 2001.

12. All our protests were brushed aside .

13. The two organized many Antimonarchist protests

14. (adjective) Antiwar protests; an Antiwar candidate.

15. [Can Thi Theu protests against police violence.

16. Belarus Jails 2 Journalists for Covering Protests

17. Protests in support shook Madrid and Barcelona.

18. Green's proposal provoked a firestorm of protests.

19. Many units have promoted activism and protests.

20. Further protests in Qatif continued throughout 2011.

21. She ignored his protests and walked away.

22. War protests always fall on deaf ears.

23. Middle school students also joined the protests.

24. File whatever protests you wish to, Captain.

25. The Floyd protests are the Broadest in U.S

26. Japan switches on Ohi nuclear reactor amid protests .

27. Some believe the protests will eventually peter out.

28. Their cheers drowned out the protests of demonstrators.

29. The fast led to nationwide protests in support.

30. Mass Belarusian protests against Lukashenko are an inspiration

31. Despite her vehement protests, he pulled her inside.

32. The protests escalated into five days of rioting.

33. Political demonstrations and protests are common in Bangkok.

34. Such protests are without precedent in recent history.

35. Such protests could conceivably turn into import bans.

36. Belarus minister says police could use guns during protests

37. Widespread famine had triggered a number of violent protests.

38. The arrests caused outrage and a rise in protests.

39. " Why ca n't you share your bed ? " he protests .

40. Because you know what to do about the protests.

41. The British described the protests as being "pro-German".

42. Loud protests were heard when the decision was announced.

43. The protests were troubled by abrupt interruptions and altercations.

44. There have been protests against the government's austerity measures.

45. Iraqi Antigovernment Protests Grow, Part Battle Lines and Carnival

46. Whether the protests will cease remains to be seen.

47. 17 Growing discontent has been symbolized by the protests.

48. Their current protests are motivated purely by self-interest.

49. The original conception protests barbarism, nature and cultural inheritance.

50. French Algerians on identity, discrimination, protests at ‘home’ Individuals of three generations question sense of belonging in France as they watch protests continuing in …