What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
implore
Example
I implore you to reconsider your decision. [implore: verb]
Example
She implored him to stay and talk things out. [implored: past tense]
plead
Example
The defendant pled guilty to the charges. [pled: past tense]
Example
She pleaded with the judge for leniency in her sentence. [pleaded: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Implore is more commonly used in everyday language, while plead is more commonly used in legal or formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between implore and plead?
Plead is generally considered more formal than implore, and is often used in legal or professional settings.
