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harken Definition and Meaning in English (harken definition)

verb
Synonyms:listenheedattend
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Harken definition: To listen attentively or pay close attention to something, often used in an archaic or literary context.

Definitions of Harken

  1. 1verb(formal)

    To listen attentively or pay close attention to something, often used in an archaic or literary context.

Example Sentences

formal

“Harken to the words of the wise old man.”

formal

“The king commanded his subjects to harken to his decree.”

Synonyms

listenheedattendpay attention

Antonyms

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularharks
past tenseharkened
present participleharkening

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Harken definition: To listen attentively or pay close attention to something, often used in an archaic or literary context.
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'Harken' translates to 'harken' in English. Harken definition: To listen attentively or pay close attention to something, often used in an archaic or literary context.
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