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Synonyms & Similar Words
rebel
nonconformist
radical
protester
activist
insurgent
revolutionary
resister
renegade
defector
apostate
heretic
maverick
iconoclast
individualist
free thinker
skeptic
critic
objector
dissenter
seceder
separatist
schismatic
refusenik
conscientious objector
subversive
agitator
provocateur
firebrand
troublemaker
malcontent
complainer
grievancer
Meaning of Dissident
A person who disagrees with an established opinion or doctrine
Definitions
- A person who strongly disagrees with the beliefs or practices of a group or organization, often to the point of being considered a threat to its unity or authority
- * A person who opposes or resists a government, regime, or other authority, often in a way that is considered subversive or rebellious
Etymology of Dissident
The word "dissident" comes from the Latin "dissidere", which means "to sit apart" or "to disagree", and is related to the verb "sedere", which means "to sit"
The term has been used since the 17th century to describe individuals who reject or oppose established authority or doctrine
Example Uses
- The dissident writer was arrested for criticizing the government's human rights record
- * The company faced opposition from dissident shareholders who disagreed with its business strategy
- * The dissident artist used her work to challenge societal norms and conventions
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
conformist
traditionalist
loyalist
supporter
advocate
enthusiast
partisan
follower
adherent
disciple
devotee
fanatic
zealot
dogmatist
doctrinaire
reactionary
conservative
moderate
pragmatist
compromiser
appeaser