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    Protestations (en. Protests)

    [pʁɔtɛstatjɔ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Expression of a feeling of opposition or disagreement.
    The citizens' protests were heard by the government.
    Les protestations des citoyens ont été entendues par le gouvernement.
    Solemn statements in a legal or political context.
    He made formal protests regarding the court's decision.
    Il a fait des protestations formelles concernant la décision du tribunal.
    Reactions to perceived injustices.
    Protests erupted in response to social inequality.
    Les protestations ont éclaté en réponse à l'inégalité sociale.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'protestatio', meaning declaration or statement.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    protest vigorously
    Express intense disapproval.
    protester avec force
    make protests
    Express objections.
    faire des protestations
    highlight protests
    Raise objections or concerns.
    mettre en avant des protestations

    Related Words

    protestant
    Referring to a Christian denomination, but also to a person who opposes.
    protestant
    opposition
    Resistance to an idea or proposal.
    opposition
    revolt
    Act of rising up against an authority.
    révolte

    Slang Meanings

    Being in fight mode
    They are in fight mode against injustices.
    Ils sont en mode lutte contre les injustices.
    Chant slogans
    In protests, we shout slogans loud and clear.
    Dans les manifs, on crie des slogans haut et fort.