Associations to the word «Importune»

Wiktionary

IMPORTUNE, verb. To bother, trouble, irritate.
IMPORTUNE, verb. To harass with persistent requests.
IMPORTUNE, verb. To approach to offer one's services as a prostitute, or otherwise make improper proposals.
IMPORTUNE, verb. (obsolete) To import; to signify.
IMPORTUNE, adjective. (obsolete) Grievous, severe, exacting.
IMPORTUNE, adjective. (obsolete) inopportune; unseasonable
IMPORTUNE, adjective. (obsolete) troublesome; vexatious; persistent

Dictionary definition

IMPORTUNE, verb. Beg persistently and urgently; "I importune you to help them".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada