imprecate

The word “imprecate” has 3 syllables: im-pre-cate

It's pronounced as /ˈɪmprɪkeɪt/


What is synonym and antonym for imprecate?

In the thesaurus, “imprecate” has 26 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imprecate along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for imprecate

  • anathematize
  • be foul-mouthed
  • bedamn
  • beshrew
  • blaspheme
  • condemn
  • curse
  • cuss
  • damn
  • dang
  • darn
  • dash
  • denounce
  • durn
  • execrate
  • flame
  • hex
  • jinx
  • maledict
  • reprobate
  • revile
  • take name in vain
  • talk dirty
  • use bad language
  • utter profanity
  • voodoo

Antonyms for imprecate

  • applaud
  • bless
  • commend
  • congratulate

Meanings of imprecate

  • verb
    1. To call down by prayer, as something hurtful or calamitous.

Example Sentences

  • In the story, the villain would imprecate his enemies with powerful curses.
  • Some ancient rituals involved people who would imprecate misfortune upon their foes.
  • She was careful not to imprecate anyone during the heated argument.
  • The old text contained spells used to imprecate harm on those who broke the laws.
  • It is rare nowadays for someone to openly imprecate others in polite conversation.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imprecate, such as: anathematize, applaud, be foul-mouthed, bedamn, beshrew, blaspheme, bless.

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