Synonyms of remonstrate (with)

remonstrate (with)

verb

ˈre-mən-ˌstrāt 

as in to object

to present an opposing opinion or argument

discouraged her from remonstrating with her father, whose mind was obviously made up

Synonyms & Similar Words

• object
• protest
• take exception
• complain
• take issue
• kick
• expostulate
• demur
• except
• whine
• conflict
• criticize
• fight
• debate
• stick
• challenge
• dare
• quarrel
• moan
• cavil
• quibble
• bitch
• defy
• beef
• dispute
• wrangle
• scream
• demonstrate
• withstand
• keen
• rebel
• murmur
• squabble
• mutter
• grouse
• balk
• squawk
• nag
• denounce
• disobey
• holler
• hassle
• repine
• grumble
• gripe
• crab
• wail
• carp
• censure
• bleat
• growl
• bellyache
• whinge
• fuss
• whimper
• yammer
• squeal
• gag
• grouch
• croak
• grizzle
• caterwaul
• grump
• yowl
• maunder
• yawp

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• approve
• accept
• agree
• follow
• observe
• maintain
• obey
• support
• sanction
• comply
• conform
• defend
• adhere
• mind
• advocate
• sustain
• uphold
• acquiesce
• accede
• commend
• assent
• cheer
• applaud
• champion