What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pleaded
Example
The defendant pleaded guilty to the charges. [pleaded: past tense]
Example
She pleaded with her boss to give her more time to finish the project. [pleaded: verb]
implored
Example
He implored his friend to come to his aid. [implored: past tense]
Example
She implored the audience to donate to the charity. [implored: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pleaded is more common in formal or legal contexts, while implored is more common in emotional or informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pleaded and implored?
Pleaded is more formal than implored, which is more informal and emotional in tone.
