Use 'remonstrate' when you strongly oppose or disapprove of something.

Strong Disapproval

'Remonstrate' is formal, often used in official or serious situations.

Formal Context

'Remonstrate' usually involves verbal opposition, like arguing or protesting.

Verbal Expression

 as I say, an unfeasibly long way away in those days. You can imagine, the musicians were disconsolate. Haydn remonstrated with the prince, but to no avail. So given the prince loved his music, Haydn thought he'd write a symphony to make the point.