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  1. 1. v. i. To differ in opinion; to be of unlike or contrary sentiment; to disagree; -- followed by from. Source: opted
  2. 2. v. i. To differ from an established church in regard to doctrines, rites, or government. Source: opted
  3. 3. v. i. To differ; to be of a contrary nature. Source: opted
  4. 4. n. The act of dissenting; difference of opinion; refusal to adopt something proposed; nonagreement, nonconcurrence, or disagreement. Source: opted
  5. 5. n. Separation from an established church, especially that of England; nonconformity. Source: opted
  6. 6. n. Contrariety of nature; diversity in quality. Source: opted
  7. 7. n. (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority Source: wordnet
  8. 8. n. a difference of opinion Source: wordnet
  9. 9. n. the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent Source: wordnet
  10. 10. v. withhold assent Source: wordnet
  11. 11. v. express opposition through action or words Source: wordnet
  12. 12. v. be of different opinions Source: wordnet

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