Dehortatory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /diːˈhɔːtətɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Dehortatory is an adjective meaning (archaic) designed to dehort (dissuade); dissuasive.
Meaning
(archaic) designed to dehort (dissuade); dissuasive.
Example Sentences
June 9 1644, Joseph Hall, A Sermon Preached […] in the Green-Yard of Norwich The Text you fee is a dehortatory charge to avoid the offence of God
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dissuasive, dissuasory, dissuasionary, deterrent, discouraging, detractory.
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