Remonstrance — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈmän(t)-strən(t)s/ re·mon·strance

Meaning & Definition of Remonstrance

Remonstrance (noun)

  1. an earnest presentation of reasons for opposition or grievance; especially, a document formally stating such points
  2. an act or instance of remonstrating

Remonstrance (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent

    "over the vociferous remonstrances of my parents I decided to drop my music lessons"

    similar: challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss, kick, objection, protest, question, stink
    related: compunction, doubt, misgiving, qualm, scruple, misunderstanding, cavil, niggle (chiefly British), quibble, argument, conflict, debate, dispute, dissent, hassle, quarrel, squabble, static, censure, criticism, defiance, disobedience, rebellion, distrust, distrustfulness, dubiety, dubitation (archaic), incertitude, indetermination, misdoubt, mistrust, mistrustfulness, reservation, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty, qualmishness, unease, uneasiness, reluctance, unwillingness
    near: willingness, approval, sanction, acceptance, acquiescence, agreement, assent, compliance, obedience

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Remonstrance

The most common words with a similar meaning to Remonstrance:

challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss, kick, objection, protest, question, stink

Related Words for Remonstrance

compunction, doubt, misgiving, qualm, scruple, misunderstanding, cavil, niggle, quibble, argument, conflict, debate, dispute, dissent, hassle, quarrel, squabble, static, censure, criticism, defiance, disobedience, rebellion, distrust, distrustfulness, dubiety, dubitation, incertitude, indetermination, misdoubt

Near Antonyms of Remonstrance

willingness, approval, sanction, acceptance, acquiescence, agreement, assent, compliance, obedience

Origin & Etymology of Remonstrance

First known use: 1573

Frequently Asked Questions about Remonstrance

What does "Remonstrance" mean?

"Remonstrance" means an earnest presentation of reasons for opposition or grievance; especially, a document formally stating such points. As a noun, it is defined as: an earnest presentation of reasons for opposition or grievance; especially, a document formally stating such points.

What is another word for "Remonstrance"?

Other words for "Remonstrance" include challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception and expostulation. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Remonstrance" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Remonstrance"?

There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Remonstrance". Common alternatives include challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer, difficulty, exception, expostulation, fuss and kick.

How do you use "Remonstrance" in a sentence?

Examples of "Remonstrance" in a sentence: "over the vociferous remonstrances of my parents I decided to drop my music lessons".

Is "Remonstrance" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Remonstrance" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Remonstrance"?

"Remonstrance" is pronounced /ri-ˈmän(t)-strən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as re·mon·strance.

What is the origin of the word "Remonstrance"?

First known use: 1573.

What is another word for "Remonstrance" meaning "a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent"?

When "Remonstrance" (noun) means a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent, synonyms include challenge, complaint, demur, demurral, demurrer and difficulty.