intercessory
Pronunciation: [ˌɪntərˈsɛsəri]
Word
Context: "religion"
(adjective) related to the act of praying or asking on behalf of someone else. When someone prays for another person's needs or problems, their prayers are intercessory.
Example
She offered intercessory prayers for her friend who was sick.
Example
He did not engage in intercessory prayer during the service; he focused on his own needs instead.
Example
What kind of intercessory actions do you think can help someone in trouble?
Context: "religion"
(noun) the act of intervening on behalf of another. It’s when someone steps in to help by praying or speaking for someone else's needs.
Example
The community came together for an intercessory that helped many families in need.
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There was no intercessory this time, and people felt abandoned.
Example
Why is intercessory so important in many religious practices?
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