This is the 11452nd most frequent Spanish word.
exhorta
"Exhorta" means "urges" or "encourages."
The word "exhorta" is used here as a verb meaning "urges," indicating advice or encouragement.
El maestro exhorta a sus estudiantes a estudiar para el examen.
The teacher urges his students to study for the exam.
In this sentence, "exhorta" conveys a formal and authoritative plea for action or behavior.
El presidente exhorta al pueblo a mantener la calma.
The president urges the people to remain calm.
Here, "exhorta" is used metaphorically to describe how the book conveys a significant call to thought.