Behest
[bɪ'hest] or [bɪ'hɛst]
Definition
(n.) That which is willed or ordered; a command; a mandate; an injunction.
(n.) A vow; a promise.
(v. t.) To vow.
Edited by Lancelot
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. Command, commandment, mandate, order, precept, injunction, direction, charge, bidding.
Editor: Nettie
Synonyms and Antonyms
SYN:Injunction, command, instruction, mandate, commission, requirement, trust
ANT:Option, liberty, non-interference, discretion
Editor: Mamie
Definition
n. command: charge.
Inputed by Elliot
Examples
- I did his behest. Charlotte Bronte. Jane Eyre.
- Then, signior, I lay on you my sovereign behest to furbish up your lungs and other vocal organs, as they will be wanted on my royal service. Charlotte Bronte. Jane Eyre.
- Did not her mighty messenger, the ancient Iss, bear you upon her leaden bosom at your own behest to the Valley Dor? Edgar Rice Burroughs. The Gods of Mars.
- I would much rather not have told her anything of my antecedents, but no man could look into the depth of those eyes and refuse her slightest behest. Edgar Rice Burroughs. A Princess of Mars.
Edited by Astor