How to Pronounce "dissident"
word
ˈdɪsədənt
DIS-uh-dent
dˈɪsɪdənt
DIS-i-dent
Definition
A dissident is someone who publicly disagrees with or opposes the official policy or leadership of their country or group, especially in politics.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪsədənt
British English
dˈɪsɪdənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIS-uh-dent
UK
DIS-i-dent
Listen in Context
The government arrested several dissidents after the protest.
A dissident spoke out against the new law.
Some dissidents live in exile to stay safe.
Many famous dissidents have inspired movements around the world.