supplicate

/sʌˈpleɪt/; /sʌˈplɪkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to ask or beg for something, especially forgiveness or help

“The politician supplicated for the support of the voters.”

2. noun

the act of asking or begging for something, especially forgiveness or help

“The supplication was made to the deity to bring about peace.”

3. verb

to state or express something in a humble or submissive manner

“The poet supplicated the beauty of the night sky in her latest poem.”

Synonyms

  • beg
  • beseech
  • entreat
  • implore
  • petition

Antonyms

  • deny
  • dismiss
  • refuse