a formal and solemn declaration of objection; they finished the game under protest to the league president; the senator rose to register his protest; the many protestations did not stay the execution

[ Syn: protestation ]

the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

[ Syn: objection , dissent ]

the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval; he shouted his protests at the umpire; a shower of protest was heard from the rear of the hall'

utter words of protest

express opposition through action or words; dissent to the laws of the country

[ Syn: resist , dissent ]

affirm or avow formally or solemnly; The suspect protested his innocence'