EXPOSTULATE Synonyms

There are 21 synonyms of the word expostulate. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word expostulate. (close relations)

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	object				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow • the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) • (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon • the focus of cognitions or feelings • (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer verb • express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent • be averse to or express disapproval of
	protest				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a formal and solemn declaration of objection • the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent • the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval verb • utter words of protest • express opposition through action or words • affirm or avow formally or solemnly
	remonstrate				verbv
	verb • argue in protest or opposition • present and urge reasons in opposition • censure severely or angrily
	argue				verbv
	verb • present reasons and arguments • have an argument about something • give evidence of
	berate				verbv
	verb • censure severely or angrily
	complain				verbv
	verb • express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness • make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge
	condemn				verbv
	verb • express strong disapproval of • declare or judge unfit for use or habitation • compel or force into a particular state or activity • demonstrate the guilt of (someone) • pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law • appropriate (property) for public use
	criticize				verbv
	verb • find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws • act as a critic
	disagree				verbv
	verb • be of different opinions • be different from one another
	dispute				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a disagreement or argument about something important • coming into conflict with verb • take exception to • have a disagreement over something
	dissent				verb, nounv, n
	noun • (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority • a difference of opinion • the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent verb • withhold assent • express opposition through action or words • be of different opinions
	impugn				verbv
	verb • attack as false or wrong
	reproach				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a mild rebuke or criticism • disgrace or shame verb • express criticism towards
	reprove				verbv
	verb • take to task
	upbraid				verbv
	verb • express criticism towards
	challenge				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a demanding or stimulating situation • a call to engage in a contest or fight • questioning a statement and demanding an explanation • a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror • a demand by a sentry for a password or identification verb • take exception to • issue a challenge to • ask for identification • raise a formal objection in a court of law
	demur				verbv
	noun • (law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings verb • object to • enter a demurrer
	except				adverbadv
	verb • object to • prevent from being included or considered or accepted
	inveigh				verbv
	verb • complain bitterly • speak against in an impassioned manner
	kick				verb, nounv, n
	noun • the act of delivering a blow with the foot • the swift release of a store of affective force • the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired • informal terms for objecting • the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs) • a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics verb • drive or propel with the foot • thrash about or strike out with the feet • strike with the foot • kick a leg up • spring back, as from a forceful thrust • stop consuming • make a goal • express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

Best Hypernyms For EXPOSTULATE

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