Definition of dissents:
(v) :
(intransitive) To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).
(v) :
(intransitive) To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.
(n) :
Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.
(n) :
An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.
(n) :
(Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case
(n) :
(sports) A violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, or failure to comply.