Associations to the word «Precative»

Noun

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Wiktionary

PRECATIVE, adjective. Resembling or pertaining to an entreaty.
PRECATIVE, noun. (grammar) Mode expressing a wish, a prayer.

Dictionary definition

PRECATIVE, adjective. Expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures".

Wise words

Man is a creature who lives not upon bread alone, but principally by catch words.
Robert Louis Stevenson