v. t. | 1. | 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. |
Verb | 1. | adjure - ask for or request earnestly; "The prophet bid all people to become good persons" |
2. | adjure - command solemnly |