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hortatory

/ˈhɔːrtətɔːri/ adjective · British & US
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What does hortatory mean?

adjective

Encouraging or intended to encourage; persuasive or exhortatory. Used to persuade or encourage someone to do something.

Example

"The hortatory speech inspired the crowd to take action."

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