What is "behest" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does behest mean in English? Meaning of behest definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "behest" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "behest": an authoritative command or request

Noun

  • Meaning: an authoritative command or request
  • Synonyms: behest
  • Hypernyms: bid bidding command dictation
  • Pronunciation in UK: /bɪˈhɛst/

    Synonyms:

    precept, direction, instruction, word, demand, wish, injunction, request, commandment, charge, command, bidding, mandate, dictate, order, prompting, solicitation, expressed desire,

    Antonyms:

    reply, answer, question,

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