hearken
Pronunciation
Verb
C2 Mastery
Quick answer
To listen carefully to something, especially advice or a warning.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Hearken" is archaic and now used mainly in literary or biblical-sounding writing, not everyday speech.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The old poem urges readers to _____ to the wisdom of their elders."
Answer: hearken
In your own words, what does "hearken" mean?
To listen carefully to something, especially advice or a warning.
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