protest
Translation
protest, demonstration, objection
Examples
They held a protest against the new law.
They held a protest against the new law.
His letter was a protest against the decision.
His letter was a protest against the decision.
Grammar Patterns
a ((protest)) against (sth.) They held a protest against the new law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: demonstration, objection, rally
Etymology
From Latin 'pro-' (forth, publicly) + 'testari' (to testify). It means to testify or declare publicly.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'testifying' 'pro' (for) a cause in public. You are speaking out.