Objection — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /əb-ˈjek-shən/ ob·jec·tion

Meaning & Definition of Objection

Objection (noun)

  1. an act of objecting
  2. a reason or argument presented in opposition
  3. a feeling or expression of disapproval

Objection (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent

    "pardon me, but I have an objection to any plan that requires staying out all night"

    similar: challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss, kick, protest, question, remonstrance, stink
    related: compunction, doubt, misgiving, qualm, scruple, misunderstanding, cavil, niggle (chiefly British), quibble, argument, conflict, debate, dispute, dissent, hassle, quarrel, squabble, static, censure, criticism, defiance, disobedience, rebellion, distrust, distrustfulness, dubiety, dubitation (archaic), incertitude, indetermination, misdoubt, mistrust, mistrustfulness, reservation, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty, qualmishness, unease, uneasiness, reluctance, unwillingness
    near: willingness, approval, sanction, acceptance, acquiescence, agreement, assent, compliance, obedience

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Objection

The most common words with a similar meaning to Objection:

challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss, kick, protest, question, remonstrance, stink

Related Words for Objection

compunction, doubt, misgiving, qualm, scruple, misunderstanding, cavil, niggle, quibble, argument, conflict, debate, dispute, dissent, hassle, quarrel, squabble, static, censure, criticism, defiance, disobedience, rebellion, distrust, distrustfulness, dubiety, dubitation, incertitude, indetermination, misdoubt

Near Antonyms of Objection

willingness, approval, sanction, acceptance, acquiescence, agreement, assent, compliance, obedience

Word Forms of Objection

Inflections: objections

Origin & Etymology of Objection

Middle English objeccioun, borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin objectiōn-, objectiō, from Latin obicere, objicere "to throw in the way, put forward, cite as a ground for disapproval or criticism" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action object:1

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Objection

Words & Phrases Containing Objection

conscientious objection

Frequently Asked Questions about Objection

What does "Objection" mean?

"Objection" means an act of objecting. As a noun, it is defined as: an act of objecting.

What is another word for "Objection"?

Other words for "Objection" include challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception and expostulation. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Objection" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Objection"?

There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Objection". Common alternatives include challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss and kick.

How do you use "Objection" in a sentence?

Examples of "Objection" in a sentence: "pardon me, but I have an objection to any plan that requires staying out all night".

Is "Objection" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Objection" is a noun.

Is "Objection" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Objection" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Objection"?

"Objection" is pronounced /əb-ˈjek-shən/ and divided into syllables as ob·jec·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Objection"?

"Objection" comes from Middle English objeccioun, borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin objectiōn-, objectiō, from Latin obicere, objicere "to throw in the way, put forward, cite as a ground for disapproval or criticism" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action object:1. First known use: 14th century.