Definition of Hearken
Hearken
Hear·ken


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To listen carefully and attentively, often with a sense of obedience or respect.

e.g. The disciples hearken to Jesus' teachings with great devotion.

(verb)
to pay respectful attention to something;

e.g. She begged them to hearken to her words.

(verb)
to recall something from the past and bring it back to mind;

e.g. His actions now hearken the way he behaved back then.



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