imprecatory

UK
/ˈɪmprɪkətəri/
US
/ˈɪmprɪkəˌtɔri/
imprecatoryadjective
more imprecatory
Comp.
most imprecatory
Super.
UK
/ˈɪmprɪkətəri/
US
/ˈɪmprɪkəˌtɔri/
Translations
The imprecatory words in the ancient text were meant to invoke divine wrath.
Проклинающие слова в древнем тексте были предназначены для вызова божественного гнева.
Definitions
Expressing a wish or desire for harm or misfortune to befall someone.
The imprecatory tone of the letter made it clear that he harbored deep resentment.
Relating to or characterized by the utterance of curses; invoking condemnation in prayer or speech.
The preacher recited an imprecatory psalm that called down judgment on the wicked.