Different; at variance.Dissenting; not conforming; specifically, dissenting from an established church.n. One who differs or dissents from others in regard to anything; especially, an opponent of or dissenter from a prevailing opinion, method, etc.n. Specifically— A dissenter; one who separates from an established religion.n. Especially— Under the old elective monarchy of Poland, when the established church was Roman Catholic, a Lutheran, Calvinist, Arminian, or adherent of the Greek Church, who was allowed the free exercise of his faith.