Meaning of the word expostulation in English

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expostulation

US /ɪkˌspɑː.stjəˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK /ɪkˌspɑː.stjəˈleɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the act of expressing strong disapproval or disagreement

Example:
His expostulation about the unfair rules was ignored by the committee.
She listened to his lengthy expostulation with a patient sigh.
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