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/
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 peasant knelt to supplicate the king for mercy on his family.
He must supplicate for a certificate duplicate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
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.
Breakdown
sub- (under/below) + plic- (fold/bend) + -ate (verb suffix) = to bend/fold oneself under in submission
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📝Examples
“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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