supplicate — to ask or beg for something earnestly and humbly
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to ask or beg for something earnestly and humbly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌplɪkeɪt/
Korean meaning: 간절히 애원하다, 간청하다
Korean pronunciation: **서**플리케이트
Example Sentences
- The student supplicated the professor to extend the deadline, even offering to bring coffee for a month.
- She supplicated the judge for a lighter sentence, presenting evidence of her community service.
- The cat seemed to supplicate for treats, sitting prettily and making the most pitiful meowing sounds.
supplicate
VERB//ˈsʌplɪkeɪt//
to ask or beg for something earnestly and humbly
The defendant supplicates before the judge for mercy
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Origin
From Latin supplicare, meaning 'to kneel down and pray humbly.' Ancient Romans would literally kneel while making humble requests to their gods or superiors.
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“The student supplicated the professor to extend the deadline, even offering to bring coffee for a month.”
“She supplicated the judge for a lighter sentence, presenting evidence of her community service.”
“The cat seemed to supplicate for treats, sitting prettily and making the most pitiful meowing sounds.”
“During the drought, farmers supplicated for rain through various traditional ceremonies.”
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