deesis
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English[edit]
Examples (a calling to witness) |
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I've found out that money is the most important thing in the world and, as God is my witness, I don't ever intend to be without it again |
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Ancient Greek δέησις (déēsis, “entreaty, petition, want”).
Pronunciation[edit]
- (Received Pronunciation, UK) IPA(key): /dɪˈiːsɪs/
Noun[edit]
deesis
- (rhetoric) A call to witness.
- (rhetoric) A vehement expression of desire, as in "think of the children!" or requests preceded by "for God's sake".
Synonyms[edit]
- (calling to witness): adjuration