Objection

/əbˈdʒɛkʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A reason or argument presented in opposition; a statement expressing disapproval or disagreement.

The lawyer raised an objection during the trial regarding the admissibility of the evidence.

The act of objecting or expressing disapproval.

Her objection to the plan was based on the lack of funding.

In formal contexts, a statement made to refuse or challenge something under consideration.

There were no objections to the proposal, so it was approved unanimously.

A formal protest or dissent in a court of law or legislative assembly.

The senator voiced her objection to the bill being rushed through without adequate debate.

From Latin 'obiectio' meaning 'a throwing against'.

raise an objection

To formally express disapproval.

no objection

Indicates agreement or lack of opposition.

file an objection

To submit a formal protest against something, often in a legal context.

object

To express or feel disapproval.

dissent

The expression or holding of opinions at variance with those previously, commonly, or officially expressed.

protest

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.

Nay-saying

His constant nay-saying was frustrating during the meetings.

Buzzkill

Don't be a buzzkill; your objection to the fun is not needed.