expostulation
/ɪkˌspɑstʃəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- An expression of strong disagreement or protest; reasoning with someone in an attempt to change their actions or opinions.
- Her expostulation fell on deaf ears as the committee voted to proceed.
- Despite his mother's expostulations, he decided to quit school and travel.
- The manager listened to the employee's expostulation about the unfair schedule.
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