Question 1

What does "call down" mean?

Accepted Answer

To pray for or invoke something, especially divine punishment or wrath, to fall upon someone.

Question 2

How do you use "call down" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

In his anger, the old priest called down the wrath of heaven upon his betrayers.

Question 3

Is "call down" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"call down" is formal — used mainly in written or official contexts. The 'invoke' sense is literary and somewhat archaic — found in religious, poetic, or dramatic contexts. The 'reprimand' sense is also somewhat formal and old-fashioned. Both senses are rare in everyday speech.

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