verb
remonstrate
Remonstrate (verb) means to object with in critical fashion; to express disapproval (with, against).
verb
1
To object with in critical fashion; to express disapproval (with, against).
2
Specifically, to lodge an official objection (especially by means of a remonstrance) with a monarch or other ruling body.
3
To state or plead as an objection, formal protest, or expression of disapproval.
4
To point out; to show clearly; to make plain or manifest; hence, to prove; to demonstrate.
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Etymology
From (the participle stem of) Late Latin remōnstrō, from Latin re- + mōnstrō.
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What is the meaning of remonstrate?
"remonstrate" (verb) means to object with in critical fashion; to express disapproval (with, against).
What are the different meanings of remonstrate?
"remonstrate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To object with in critical fashion; to express disapproval (with, against); 2. Specifically, to lodge an official objection (especially by means of a remonstrance) with a monarch or other ruling body; 3. To state or plead as an objection, formal protest, or expression of disapproval.