extreat

/ɛkˈstreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to extract or obtain something, especially from a difficult or unpleasant place

“The judge was forced to extreat a confession from the defendant.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is extracted or obtained

“The extreat was a valuable piece of information that changed the course of the investigation.”

3. verb (archaic or poetic)

to summon or call for something, especially in a formal or official manner

“The king extreated the nobles to attend the royal court.”

Synonyms

  • extract
  • obtain
  • procure

Antonyms

  • conceal
  • suppress