Background for importune

importune

/ɪmpɔːˈtjuːn/ /ɪmpɔɹˈtuːn/

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verb

To bother, trouble, irritate.

Examples :

"The child continued to importune his mother for a candy bar until she finally gave in. "

attitude character action sensation

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verb

To harass with persistent requests.

Examples :

"The little boy would importune his mother for candy every time they went to the store. "

attitude action human

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verb

To approach to offer one's services as a prostitute, or otherwise make improper proposals.

Examples :

"He felt uncomfortable when the stranger began to importune him on the street corner. "

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verb

To import; to signify.

Examples :

"The teacher began her lecture by saying, "The homework assignment will importune to you the importance of good study habits." "

communication language word

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adjective

Grievous, severe, exacting.

Examples :

"The importune demands of her new job left her exhausted every evening. "

attitude character

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adjective

Inopportune; unseasonable.

Examples :

"The child chose an importune moment to ask his busy mother for a new toy, as she was in the middle of an important phone call. "

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adjective

Troublesome; vexatious; persistent.

Examples :

"The importune child constantly interrupted the adults' conversation, demanding attention. "

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