Objection (Noun)
Meaning 1
(law) a procedure whereby a party to a suit says that a particular line of questioning or a particular witness or a piece of evidence or other matter is improper and should not be continued and asks the court to rule on its impropriety or illegality.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Meaning 2
The act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
The speech act of objecting.
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 4
The act of expressing earnest opposition or protest.
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- She raised a formal objection to the new policy during the company meeting, citing concerns about employee safety.
- His parents filed a strong objection to the judge's ruling, hoping to get their son a more lenient sentence.
- Many environmentalists voiced a vocal objection to the government's decision to approve the construction of a new nuclear power plant.
- Her only objection to the marriage was the age difference between the bride and groom, but ultimately she came around.
- Despite her lawyer's strong objection, the prosecution's key witness was allowed to testify against her in court.