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Protest

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Meanings of Protest

Verb

  • To say loudly that you don't agree with something.
  • To show that you don't like something by speaking out.
  • To make a statement that you disagree with something.

Noun

  • A way to say you don't agree with something, especially when a group of people does it.
  • When people come together to show they don't like something, like a big gathering.

Explanation of the word: Protest

A protest is when a group of people come together to show they want something to change. They might hold signs and shout to let others know how they feel.

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Translations for the word: Protest

hindi
प्रदर्शन (Pradarshan)

Pradarshan

विरोध (Virodh)

Virodh

आवाज (Aawaz)

Aawaz

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Protest

What does 'protest' mean?
A protest is when people show that they disagree with something and want to change it.
How do you pronounce 'protest'?
You say 'protest' like this: pro-test.
What is the origin of the word 'protest'?
The word 'protest' comes from Latin, where 'pro' means 'for' and 'testari' means 'to bear witness'.
What is the meaning of 'protest' in Bengali?
The word 'protest' in Bengali is 'বিক্ষোভ' (Bikṣōbh).