behest
/bɪˈhest/
be · hest
bɪ · ˈhest
English Definition
n. Command and order; directive
Significado en Español
orden, mandato
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
mệnh lệnh, yêu cầu
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
be (emphasize) + hest (command) → command, demand
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word ‘behest’ as it is used in the following sentence: At the king''s behest, the knights gathered in the courtyard.
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A
request
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B
invitation
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C
command
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D
suggestion
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C — command.
“behest” means n. Command and order; directive
Common questions about “behest”
What does “behest” mean?
behest — n. Command and order; directive. In Chinese: 命令，吩咐.
How do you pronounce “behest”?
behest is pronounced /bɪˈhest/. It breaks into 2 syllables: be · hest.
Is “behest” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. behest appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “behest”?
be (emphasize) + hest (command) → command, demand
