precatory

/ˈprɛkətɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

expressing a request, plea, or prayer

“The precatory tone of the politician’s speech was criticized by the opposition.”

2. noun

a prayer or petition, especially one made before taking an action

“The precatory was read aloud before the meeting began.”

Synonyms

  • petitionary
  • supplicatory

Antonyms

  • imperative
  • mandatory