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entreat

[ɪnˈtriːt]

entreat Definition

  • 1to ask someone, in a serious and emotional way, to do something for you
  • 2to plead with someone to do something

Using entreat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "entreat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I entreat you to reconsider your decision.

  • Example

    She entreated him to stay.

  • Example

    He entreated her forgiveness.

  • Example

    The refugees entreated the government for help.

entreat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for entreat

Antonyms for entreat

Phrases with entreat

  • entreat someone's mercy

    to beg someone for mercy or forgiveness

    Example

    He fell to his knees and entreated the judge's mercy.

  • entreat someone's aid

    to ask someone for help or assistance

    Example

    She entreated her friend's aid in finding a job.

  • entreat someone's favor

    to ask someone for a favor or kindness

    Example

    He entreated his boss's favor in granting him a day off.

Origins of entreat

from Old French 'entraitier', meaning 'to treat'

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Summary: entreat in Brief

The verb 'entreat' [ɪnˈtriːt] means to seriously and emotionally ask or plead with someone to do something. It is often used in formal contexts and can be synonymous with 'beseech' and 'implore'. Examples include 'I entreat you to reconsider your decision' and 'She entreated him to stay'.