expostulate

Phonetic Respelling: [ ik-spos-chuh-leyt ]

Definition:

v. to argue earnestly in an attempt to dissuade or show strong disapproval

Sentence:

She wanted to expostulate with her teacher over her failing grade.

More example sentences:

She wanted to expostulate with her teacher over her failing grade.

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Synonyms:

reason with; argue; dissuade; oppose; protest

Antonyms:

keep quiet; mind your own business

How many syllables in expostulate?

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Divide expostulate into syllables:

ex-pos-tu-late

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