behest

Definition

  • noun: an authoritative order
  • synonyms: command, bidding, charge

Examples

  • A special meeting will be held 'at the senator's behest'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Though, rumor has it she wasn't the loyal company man she seemed. I hear she was smuggling secrets. Theresa wasn't a traitor. Everything she did was at Delos's behest. She slipped and fell while helping the board with something very important. What? Oh, fine. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Westworld Title: Trace Decay Season: 1 Episode 8