obsecration (Meaning)

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obsecration (n.)

The act of obsecrating or imploring; as, the obsecrations of the Litany, being those clauses beginning with By.

A figure of speech in which the orator implores the assistance of God or man.

Synonyms & Antonyms of obsecration

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obsecration Sentence Examples

  1. With desperate obsecrations, the captive begged for mercy.
  2. His obsecration to the judge fell on deaf ears.
  3. The child's obsecration for sweets melted her mother's resolve.
  4. The politician's obsecrating speech elicited both pity and contempt.
  5. In a moment of desperation, I resorted to obsecration.
  6. The salesman's obsecration to close the deal was met with resistance.
  7. The letter was filled with obsecrations for forgiveness.
  8. Despite his heartfelt obsecrations, the emperor remained unmoved.
  9. The beggar's obsecrations for spare change were ignored by passersby.
  10. The obsecrating tone of the email alienated the recipient.

FAQs About the word obsecration

The act of obsecrating or imploring; as, the obsecrations of the Litany, being those clauses beginning with By., A figure of speech in which the orator implores

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With desperate obsecrations, the captive begged for mercy.

His obsecration to the judge fell on deaf ears.

The child's obsecration for sweets melted her mother's resolve.

The politician's obsecrating speech elicited both pity and contempt.