The Opposite(Antonym) of “entreat”
The antonyms of entreat are command and demand. The antonyms command and demand convey a sense of authority, control, and power. They imply that the speaker is in a position of superiority and expects obedience from the listener.
Definitions and Examples of command, demand
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To give an authoritative order or instruction to someone.
Example
The coach commanded the players to run ten laps around the field.
To ask for something forcefully or with authority.
Example
The customer demanded a refund for the defective product.
Key Differences: command vs demand
- 1Command implies a position of authority and the expectation of obedience.
- 2Demand conveys a sense of urgency and insistence on compliance.
Effective Usage of command, demand
- 1Leadership: Use command to assert authority and give clear instructions.
- 2Negotiation: Use demand to express urgency and insist on compliance.
- 3Politeness: Use entreat to make a request in a polite and respectful manner.
Remember this!
The antonyms command and demand convey a sense of authority and power, while entreat conveys a polite and respectful request. Use command to assert authority, demand to express urgency, and entreat to make a polite request.
