Definition of «protestation»

Protestation is a term that refers to an act or statement in which someone expresses their strong disapproval, opposition, or dissent towards something. It can also refer to a formal declaration or assertion that something is true, especially when made by signing a document or taking an oath.

Usage examples

  1. Despite his protestations of innocence, the suspect was found guilty of the crime.
  2. She made numerous protestations about the unfair treatment she received at work.
  3. The politician's protestations of concern for the environment were met with skepticism.
  4. Mary's protestations to her parents that she needed more freedom fell on deaf ears.
  5. The company's protestations that their products were safe proved false when several customers fell ill.
  6. Despite repeated protestations from the students, the school decided to eliminate the art program.
  7. His loud protestations during the meeting disrupted the flow of discussion.
  8. The defendant's protestations of being framed were not convincing to the jury.
  9. The teacher ignored the student's protestations that he had completed the assignment.
  10. The athlete's protestations of being drug-free were questioned after failing a drug test.
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