protest — a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈproʊtest/
Korean meaning: 항의, 시위, 반대 표명
Korean pronunciation: **프로**테스트
Example Sentences
- The cat organized a protest when the owner forgot to fill the food bowl.
- Workers went on strike to protest the unfair working conditions.
- My stomach protests loudly whenever I skip breakfast.
protest
NOUN//ˈproʊtest//
a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something
Thousands gathered to protest the new law, signs raised high in the rain.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'protestari' meaning 'to declare publicly or solemnly,' composed of 'pro-' (forward, publicly) and 'testari' (to bear witness, from 'testis' meaning witness).
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📝Examples
“The cat organized a protest when the owner forgot to fill the food bowl.”
“Workers went on strike to protest the unfair working conditions.”
“My stomach protests loudly whenever I skip breakfast.”
“Environmental activists protested outside the factory.”
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