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imprecatory

UK
/ˈɪmprɪkətəri/
US
/ˈɪmprɪkəˌtɔri/

Translations

imprecatoryadjective
more imprecatory
Comp.
most imprecatory
Super.
UK
/ˈɪmprɪkətəri/
US
/ˈɪmprɪkəˌtɔri/
The imprecatory words in the ancient text were meant to invoke divine wrath.
Проклинающие слова в древнем тексте были предназначены для вызова божественного гнева.
Synonyms
cursing
maledictory
vengeful
damning
execratory

Definitions

imprecatoryadjective
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.
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