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Importune is a verb that describes the act of persistently and urgently asking or begging someone for something, usually in an annoying or intrusive manner. It is often associated with repeatedly making requests or demands that can be perceived as excessive, insistent, or bothersome. When someone importunes, they typically display a lack of respect for personal boundaries or the recipient's right to decline.
The term is commonly used to describe individuals who pesteringly seek someone's attention, favor, or assistance despite being repeatedly denied or discouraged. Importuning often involves repeated and intrusive pleas, appeals, or petitions, making it difficult for the person being importuned to ignore or refuse the request.
The behavior of importuning can be regarded as persistent, intrusive, and bothersome, potentially creating discomfort or annoyance for others involved. Due to its pestering nature, importuning can be seen as an attempt to coerce, pressure, or manipulate others into meeting the requester's desires, ignoring the recipient's boundaries or autonomy.
Importuning can occur in various contexts, such as personal relationships, professional settings, or public interactions. It is important to recognize the boundaries and consent of others when making requests or appeals, without resorting to importuning. Respecting the right of others to decline or set boundaries is essential for maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships and fostering respectful communication.
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To press or tease again and again with the same request; to urge with unceasing application.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "importune" comes from the Latin verb "importunare" which means "to demand persistently" or "to annoy". This Latin verb is derived from the combination of "in-" (meaning "in" or "against") and "portus" (meaning "port" or "harbor"). The prefix "in-" suggests a sense of intensity or insistence, while "portus" may reflect the idea of approaching or relentlessly pushing toward something, hence the meaning of importune as persistently urging or demanding something, often in an annoying or intrusive manner.
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