Expostulatively

/ɪkˈspɑːstʃələtɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In an expostulative manner; with earnest protest expressed through logical reasoning.

Etymology

From expostulative + -ly (adverb suffix). This transforms the adjective into an adverb describing how something is done.

Kelly Says

This adverb is so formal and uncommon that modern writers almost never use it, but it perfectly captures the dignified, rational tone of someone lodging a serious complaint.

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