hortatory — giving or serving as encouragement; urging to some course of conduct or action
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving or serving as encouragement; urging to some course of conduct or action
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɔːrtəˌtɔːri/
Korean meaning: 격려하는, 권고하는, 행동을 촉구하는
Korean pronunciation: **호**르터토리
Example Sentences
- My mom's hortatory texts at 6 AM saying 'Rise and shine!' are both annoying and motivating.
- The president's hortatory address urged citizens to participate in community service.
- His hortatory Instagram posts about fitness are starting to convince me to actually go to the gym.
hortatory
ADJECTIVE//ˈhɔːrtəˌtɔːri//
giving or serving as encouragement; urging to some course of conduct or action

an enthusiastic coach points toward the basketball hoop while placing an encouraging hand on a nervous young player's shoulder. The coach's animated gestures and supportive posture show clear motivation and guidance. The hesitant player begins to straighten up and take a step forward toward the court. Their body language shifts from uncertainty to growing confidence as the coach continues the pep talk. Other teammates gather around nodding and cheering to support their friend's effort. The gym atmosphere becomes energized with collective encouragement. giving encouragement and urging someone to take action
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Origin
From Latin 'hortari' meaning 'to encourage' or 'to urge.' Ancient Roman orators used this term when delivering speeches that encouraged citizens to take action.
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“My mom's hortatory texts at 6 AM saying 'Rise and shine!' are both annoying and motivating.”
“The president's hortatory address urged citizens to participate in community service.”
“His hortatory Instagram posts about fitness are starting to convince me to actually go to the gym.”
“The teacher's hortatory comments on my essay motivated me to work harder.”
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