objection Definition
an expression or feeling of disapproval or opposition; a reason for disagreeing.
Using objection: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "objection" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The defense lawyer raised an objection to the prosecutor's line of questioning.
Example
I have no objection to your proposal.
Example
There were several objections to the new policy.
Example
The objection to the plan was that it would be too expensive.
objection Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for objection
- protest
- opposition
- dissent
- criticism
- disagreement
Antonyms for objection
Idioms Using objection
Example
She took objection to his comments about her work.
used in formal situations to indicate that there is no opposition to a proposal or decision
Example
The motion was passed without objection.
Example
The defense attorney made an objection to the prosecutor's line of questioning.
Phrases with objection
a legal term used when a judge disagrees with an objection made by a lawyer during a trial
Example
The judge overruled the objection and allowed the witness to answer the question.
a legal term used when a judge agrees with an objection made by a lawyer during a trial
Example
The judge sustained the objection and instructed the jury to disregard the witness's statement.
Example
If you have any objections to the proposal, please raise them now.
Origins of objection
from Latin 'ob-' meaning 'against' and 'iacere' meaning 'to throw'
Summary: objection in Brief
'Objection' [əbˈdʒɛkʃən] refers to an expression or feeling of disapproval or opposition, often used in legal contexts. It can also denote a reason for disagreeing, as in 'There were several objections to the new policy.' Phrases like 'raise an objection' and 'take objection to something' are common idiomatic expressions. 'Without objection' is used in formal situations to indicate agreement.
