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单词 objections
释义

objection

noun

ob·​jec·​tion əb-ˈjek-shən How to pronounce objection (audio)
plural objections
1
: an act of objecting
2
a
: a reason or argument presented in opposition
b
: a feeling or expression of disapproval
c
: a statement of opposition to an aspect of a judicial or other legal proceeding
file an objection to a proposed bankruptcy plan

Synonyms

  • challenge
  • complaint
  • demur
  • demurral
  • demurrer
  • difficulty
  • exception
  • expostulation
  • fuss
  • kick
  • protest
  • question
  • remonstrance
  • stink
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Example Sentences

My main objection is that some people will have to pay more than others. He said he had no objection to the plan.
Recent Examples on the Web Prosecutors objected, and Leinenweber sustained the objection. Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2022 But the main Republican objection was one of context. Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2022 In contrast, a powerful position helped protect Kevin from facing retaliation when the objection came from him. Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 9 Aug. 2022 Even so, some of the industry’s biggest players are lining up against it—with one objection being that the tax isn’t needed given the industry’s voluntary efforts to reduce emissions. Katy Stech Ferek, WSJ, 5 Aug. 2022 Thomas said the primary objection of the Black Contractors Group and its supporters is that the nine companies that make up the construction and architectural team working on the Sherwin-Williams project are all white-owned. Peter Krouse, cleveland, 27 May 2022 The objection was echoed by lawyers for Dixon, who was executed May 11. Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 17 May 2022 But its real objection is that education doesn’t benefit from the higher tax revenue. George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2022 His second objection is at once more pragmatic and more alarming. Adam Rowe, WSJ, 12 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English objeccioun, borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin objectiōn-, objectiō, from Latin obicere, objicere "to throw in the way, put forward, cite as a ground for disapproval or criticism" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action — more at object entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

objection

noun

ob·​jec·​tion əb-ˈjek-shən How to pronounce objection (audio)
1
: an act of showing disapproval or great dislike
2
: a reason for or a feeling of disapproval Her main objection to the purchase is the price.

Legal Definition

objection

noun

ob·​jec·​tion
1
: an act or instance of objecting
specifically : a statement of opposition to an aspect of a judicial or other legal proceeding
file an objection to a proposed bankruptcy plan
2
: a reason or argument forming the ground of an objection

Note: Objections at trial are generally made for the purpose of opposing the admission of improper evidence. Such an objection must be made in a timely manner. Objections prevent the jury from seeing or hearing the evidence and preserve the issue for appeal. Objections may also be made on the ground of the opposing counsel's improper methods (as leading a witness) or for other technical reasons.

objections

noun

plural of objection
as in exceptions
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent pardon me, but I have an objection to any plan that requires staying out all night

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • exceptions
  • complaints
  • questions
  • criticisms
  • protests
  • challenges
  • difficulties
  • expostulations
  • remonstrances
  • demurrers
  • fusses
  • suspicions
  • demurs
  • demurrals
  • doubts
  • disputes
  • arguments
  • qualms
  • misgivings
  • stinks
  • dissents
  • skepticism
  • quibbles
  • compunctions
  • quarrels
  • cavils
  • scruples
  • misunderstandings
  • squabbles
  • debates
  • uncertainties
  • kicks
  • censures
  • reservations
  • reluctances
  • rebellions
  • conflicts
  • statics
  • defiances
  • disobediences
  • distrust
  • mistrust
  • niggles
  • hassles
  • indeterminations
  • dubitations
  • misdoubts
  • incertitudes
  • dubieties

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • sanctions
  • approvals
  • assents
  • agreements
  • acceptances
  • acquiescences
  • compliances
  • obediences
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