verb
forspeak
Forspeak (verb) means to bring someone bad luck by praising them too much.
verb
1
To bring someone bad luck by praising them too much.
2
To put a spell on someone.
3
To forbid something, or stand against it.
4
To say untrue, harmful things about someone.
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Etymology
This word comes from Middle English forspeken (“to bewitch”), from Old English forspecan, forsprecan (“to speak in vain; to speak amiss; to denounce; to deny”); it can be broken down as for- + speak.
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What is the meaning of forspeak?
"forspeak" (verb) means to bring someone bad luck by praising them too much.
What is another word for forspeak?
Other words for "forspeak" include conjure, glamour, bespell, enchant, ensorcell, enspell.
What is the opposite of forspeak?
Opposites of "forspeak" include respect, glorify.
What are the different meanings of forspeak?
"forspeak" has 3 main meanings: 1. To bring someone bad luck by praising them too much; 2. To put a spell on someone; 3. To forbid something, or stand against it.
