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10+ Synonyms for Dissident & Similar Words

Definition of dissident

adjective
  1. characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards
  2. disagreeing, especially with a majority
noun
  1. a person who dissents from some established policy

10 synonyms found

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Frequently asked questions

What are synonyms for dissident?
Synonyms for dissident include: contestant, dissenter, dissentient, dissenting, heretical, heterodox, negative, objector, protester, unorthodox.
How many synonyms does dissident have?
Dissident has 10 synonyms.

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