Expostulate and Reprimand

Expostulate

Expostulate verb - To present an opposing opinion or argument.

Reprimand and expostulate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Reprimand" instead a verb "Expostulate".

Reprimand

Reprimand verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

Expostulate and reprimand are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Expostulate" instead a verb "Reprimand".

Nearby Words: reprimanded, reprimanding
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Reprimand and Expostulate. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/expostulate/reprimand
Expostulate & Reprimand. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/expostulate/reprimand>.
Reprimand or Expostulate. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/expostulate/reprimand.
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