Exhortation
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What Does Exhortation Mean?
- 劝告
- 鼓励
- 敦促
Exhortation Pronunciation
ɪɡˌzɔːrˈteɪ.ʃən
Exhortation Definition
noun
Definition
An address or communication emphatically urging someone to do something.
In ZH
一种强调性地敦促某人做某事的演讲或交流。
How to Use Exhortation in a Sentence
- After watching last week's debate, my friend sent an exhortation to all of us to make sure we vote. I think he confused voting with voting for pizza toppings!
- The coach's exhortation to 'win at all costs' felt a bit overkill when we were just playing a friendly game of dodgeball.
- My boss delivered an exhortation on productivity, which was ironic because she then left for a two-hour lunch break.
Cultural Notes
In many cultures, exhortation can be found in religious or motivational contexts, often used by leaders to inspire action among followers.