Precatory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɹɛ.kə.tə.ɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Precatory is an adjective meaning Expressing a wish.
Meaning
Expressing a wish.
More Meanings
- (law) Expressing a wish but not creating any legal obligation or duty.
Example Sentences
precatory words in a will
December 8. . . . A precatory letter from Gillies. I must do Molière for him, I suppose; but it is wonderful that knowing the situation I am in, the poor fellow presses so hard.
Synonyms for precatory
Depending on context, synonyms include precative, supplicatory, aspirational, beseeching.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include precative, beseeching, preclusive, prenunciative, prelusory, provisory.
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