noun
- a strong expression of disagreement, protest, or disapproval, typically made earnestly or emotionally
Usage: often used in formal or literary contexts; typically involves direct address to the person being protested against
Examples
- Despite her expostulation, the decision was made without her input.
- His expostulation against the unfair policy fell on deaf ears.
- The teacher listened to the student's expostulation about the grade.
- She made a passionate expostulation about the injustice of the situation.
- Their expostulations were ignored by the board of directors.
- He voiced his expostulation in a calm but firm manner.