remonstrance

Definitions

A forcefully reproachful protest.

An earnest presentation of reasons for opposition or grievance.

Examples

Despite his passionate remonstrance against the new policy, the board voted to implement it immediately.

She offered a gentle remonstrance to her brother regarding his reckless spending habits.

Synonyms

protest objection expostulation complaint criticism challenge dissent

Antonyms

agreement acceptance approval assent concurrence compliance endorsement