exaudi

/ɛɡˈzɔːdi/ or /ɛɡˈzɑːdi/

Definitions

1. verb

to hear a prayer or petition, to grant an audience to someone or something

“The judge will exaudi the pleas of the defendants before making a decision.”

2. noun

an ancient Latin term referring to the act of hearing a prayer or petition, or to a petition itself

“The bishop’s exaudi was heard throughout the land, and many people came to offer their support.”

Synonyms

  • hear
  • petition

Antonyms

  • dismiss
  • ignore