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Definition of exhorter
exhorter
/ɪɡˈzɔːrtər/
ex · hort · er
Adverb:exhortatively
•Plural:exhorters
•Adjective:exhortative
exhorter Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
A person who strongly encourages, urges, or advises others to take a particular action or follow a moral course.
Example
"The coach was a passionate exhorter who knew exactly how to inspire his team before a championship game."
2
In certain Christian denominations (such as the Methodist Church), a layperson licensed to deliver religious addresses and offer spiritual encouragement without being an ordained minister.
Example
"Before becoming an ordained pastor, he served his rural congregation for several years as a licensed exhorter."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in English from the verb 'exhort' plus the agent suffix '-er', tracing back through Old French to the Latin verb 'exhortari', meaning 'to encourage or stimulate'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exhorter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exhorter