Adjuratory

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /əˈdʒʊrəˌtɔri/

Definitions of adjuratory

adjective relating to or containing an adjuration, a solemn urging or advising

Example Sentences

A1 The adjuratory tone of the teacher made the students pay attention.

A2 The adjuratory message from the principal reminded everyone to follow the rules.

B1 The adjuratory speech given by the coach motivated the team to work harder.

B2 The adjuratory warning from the judge made the defendant realize the seriousness of the situation.

C1 The adjuratory nature of the contract required all parties to adhere to strict guidelines.

C2 The adjuratory language used by the prosecutor left no room for doubt in the minds of the jury.

Examples of adjuratory in a Sentence

formal The judge delivered an adjuratory speech before the jury.

informal The teacher gave an adjuratory warning to the students about cheating.

slang The coach's adjuratory pep talk really fired up the team.

figurative The author's adjuratory tone in the book urged readers to take action.

Grammatical Forms of adjuratory

past tense

adjurated

plural

adjuratories

comparative

more adjuratory

superlative

most adjuratory

present tense

adjurates

future tense

will adjurate

perfect tense

has adjurated

continuous tense

is adjurating

singular

adjuratory

positive degree

adjuratory

infinitive

to adjurate

gerund

adjurating

participle

adjurated

Origin and Evolution of adjuratory

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'adjuratory' originates from the Latin word 'adjurare' meaning to swear upon, or to bind by oath.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'adjuratory' has evolved to refer to something that involves or includes an adjuration, or a solemn urging or warning.