remonstrance
UK/ri'mɒnstrәns/US
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Definitions
n.
A forceful protest or formal objection
抗议，（正式的）反对意见
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedThe noun of remonstrate: an act of pointing something back at someone — a formal protest or objection.
Root monstr still carries 8 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.formal remonstrance正式抗议
- 2.letter of remonstrance抗议书
- 3.[strong remonstrance]强烈抗议
- 4.in remonstrance表示反对
Example Sentences
- 1.
They sent a formal remonstrance to the city council.
- 2.
Despite his remonstrance, the plan went ahead.