impetrate

/ɪmpɪˈtreɪt/ or /ɪmˈpɛtrət/

Definitions

1. verb

to ask for or claim something as a right

“The protesters impetrate the government to address their demands.”

2. verb

to gain or obtain something by persistent or urgent asking

“The charity impetrate the public’s support to continue their work.”

3. verb

to seize or take something by force

“The rioters impetrate the police station, causing chaos.”

Synonyms

  • claim
  • demand
  • petition
  • request

Antonyms

  • abandon
  • concede
  • relinquish
  • yield