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supplicate

[ˈsʌplɪkeɪt]

supplicate Definition

  • 1ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly
  • 2make a humble or earnest plea to (someone)

Using supplicate: Examples

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

  • Example

    He supplicated for mercy.

  • Example

    She supplicated him to reconsider his decision.

  • Example

    The refugees supplicated for food and shelter.

  • Example

    I supplicate you to help me in this matter.

supplicate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for supplicate

Antonyms for supplicate

Phrases with supplicate

  • make a humble petition or request to a deity or deities

    Example

    The ancient Greeks would often supplicate to the gods before going into battle.

  • ask for pardon or absolution in a humble or earnest manner

    Example

    He fell on his knees and supplicated for forgiveness for his sins.

  • make an earnest or humble plea for leniency or compassion

    Example

    The prisoner supplicated for mercy, but the judge was unmoved.

Origins of supplicate

from Latin 'supplicare', meaning 'to plead humbly'

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Summary: supplicate in Brief

To 'supplicate' [ˈsʌplɪkeɪt] is to earnestly or humbly ask or beg for something, often in a formal or religious context. It can also mean to make a humble or earnest plea to someone, as in 'She supplicated him to reconsider his decision.' Synonyms include 'entreat,' 'beseech,' and 'implore.'