Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for DIS-SENT'
DIS-SENT', v.i. [L. dissensio; dis and sentio, to think.]
- To disagree in opinion; to differ; to think in a different or contrary manner; with from. There are many opinions in which men dissent from us, as they dissent from each other.
- To differ from an established church, in regard to doctrines, rites or government.
- To differ; to be of a contrary nature. [Less proper.] – Hooker.
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