1. expressing protest, objection, or disapproval
Usage: formal

Examples

• The teacher gave him a remonstrative look when he interrupted the lesson.
• Her remonstrative tone made it clear she disagreed with the decision.
• The letter contained several remonstrative passages about the company’s policies.
• His remonstrative gestures showed his frustration with the delay.
• The crowd’s remonstrative shouts could be heard from blocks away.
• She spoke in a remonstrative manner about the unfair treatment.