adjure

[əˈdʒʊə]

adjure Definition

• 1. to command or urge someone solemnly or earnestly to do something
• 2. to appeal to someone to do something

Using adjure: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adjure" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I adjure you to tell the truth.

• Example

  The witness was adjured to speak nothing but the truth.

• Example

  He adjured them to take their responsibilities seriously.

adjure Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for adjure

• entreat
• beseech
• implore
• urge
• exhort

Phrases with adjure

• adjure someone to secrecy

  to command or urge someone to keep something confidential

  Example

  She adjured him to secrecy about the surprise party.

• adjure the spirits

  to call upon or summon spirits using a solemn oath or incantation

  Example

  The shaman adjured the spirits to bring healing to the sick child.

• adjure in God's name

  to make a solemn oath or appeal to God as a witness to the truth of what is being said

  Example

  He adjured in God's name that he was telling the truth.

Origins of adjure

from Latin 'adjurare', meaning 'to swear to'

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Summary: adjure in Brief

'Adjure' [əˈdʒʊə] means to command or urge someone solemnly or earnestly to do something, or to appeal to someone to do something. It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal proceedings or religious ceremonies. Phrases like 'adjure someone to secrecy' and 'adjure in God's name' use 'adjure' to denote a solemn oath or appeal to a higher power. Synonyms for 'adjure' include 'entreat,' 'beseech,' 'implore,' and 'urge.'