ClimateJuly 20, 2026
dissidence
/ˈdɪsɪdəns/
Definition
A state of internal conflict or inconsistency where an individual's beliefs or actions contradict established scientific evidence or rational logic.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'dissidere,' meaning 'to sit apart' or 'to disagree.' It evolved into English to describe a state of discord or a lack of agreement, particularly in thought or principle.
In the news
The article uses the term to highlight the contradiction between Trump's energy policies—which exacerbate climate change—and the scientific reality of what causes the wildfires he criticizes.
Forest fire realities: The more carbon we release, the more likely we'll have catastrophic burns
Read the full article ↗Daily Montanan