Object (Verb)
Meaning 1
Express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent; "She never objected to the amount of work her boss charged her with"; "When asked to drive the truck, she objected that she did not have a driver's license".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- He always objected to wearing a tie to formal events, calling it a restrictive practice.
- She never objected to the amount of work her boss charged her with, even on weekends.
- When asked to drive the truck, she objected that she did not have a driver's license.
- The union workers objected to the changes in the company's policies, calling them unfair.
- They strongly objected to the idea of having only one entrance to the large concert venue, citing safety concerns.
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Meaning 2
Be averse to or express disapproval of; "My wife objects to modern furniture".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- She objects to the company's new policies on environmental issues.
- He objects to any proposal that involves more working hours.
- Many parents object to their children playing violent video games.
- Local residents object to the construction of the new skyscraper.
- He strongly objects to the idea of eating spoiled food.