Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
expostulate
verb
/ɛkˈspɒstʃʊleɪt/
Definition
To express strong disapproval or disagreement.
Examples
- She expostulated with him over his plans to drop out of college.
- The teacher expostulated with the students about the importance of completing their homework.
- Despite his attempts to expostulate, they were determined to go on with their plans.
Meaning
Expostulate involves arguing against something or reasoning with someone to dissuade them from a particular stance or action.
Synonyms
- protest
- remonstrate
- object
- argue
- challenge
