B2verbpoliticssociety
US/əbˈdʒekt/
UK/əbˈdʒekt/
to say that you do not agree with or do not like something
More often (noun): a thing that you can see and touch
In context
Local residents objected to the plan to build a karaoke bar near the school.
Would anyone object if I opened the window?
Many workers objected strongly to the longer working hours.
Words that go with object
verb + preposition
- object toI object to paying extra for a plastic bag.
- object on the groundsThey objected on the grounds that the plan was unsafe.
adverb + verb
- strongly objectParents strongly object to the new school fees.
- publicly objectSeveral doctors publicly objected to the decision.
verb + adverb
- object stronglySome members objected strongly to the change.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I object to go there.Correct: I object to going there.