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Definition of exhortation

exhortation

/ˌɛɡzɔːrˈteɪʃən/
ex · hor · ta · tion
Plural:exhortations
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Adjective:exhortative
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exhortation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An address, communication, or act of speaking that empathetically urges, advises, or encourages someone to do something.

Example

"Despite the coach's passionate exhortations at halftime, the team struggled to regain their momentum."

2

A religious sermon or liturgical address intended to inspire moral conduct and spiritual devotion.

Example

"The minister concluded the Sunday service with a brief exhortation on the importance of charity and community service."

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• Rhymes for exhortation

• Nearby Words

exhilaratingly
exhilaration
exhort
exhortation
exhorter
exhumation
exhume

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century via Old French from the Latin 'exhortationem', a noun of action from 'exhortari' (to urge or encourage earnestly), formed from 'ex-' (thoroughly) and 'hortari' (to encourage or incite).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exhortation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exhortation
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