Definition for IM-POR'TU-NATE

IM-POR'TU-NATE, a. [L. importunus. See Importune.]

  1. Bearing on; pressing or urging in request or demand; urgent and pertinacious in solicitation; as, an importunate suitor or petitioner.
  2. Pressing; urgent; as, an importunate demand.
  3. Inciting urgently for gratification; as, importunate passions and appetites.

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