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dissident

/dɪˈsɪdənt/ noun · British & US
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What does dissident mean?

noun

A person who opposes the government or a particular institution or policy, often in a courageous or principled manner. A person who dissents from the views or actions of others.

Example

"The dissident leader was arrested for speaking out against the regime."

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