01 v. t. To charge, bind, or command, solemnly, as if under oath, or under the penalty of a curse; to appeal to in the most solemn or impressive man…
imp. & p. p.
Adjured; p. pr. & vb. n.
Adjuring
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To charge, bind, or command, solemnly, as if under oath, or under the penalty of a curse; to appeal to in the most solemn or impressive manner; to entreat earnestly.“Joshua adjured them at that time, saying, Cursed be the man before the Lord, that riseth up and buildeth this city Jericho.” — Josh. vi. 26.“The high priest . . . said . . . I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou be the Christ.” — Matt. xxvi. 63.“The commissioners adjured them not to let pass so favorable an opportunity of securing their liberties.” — Marshall.