CEFR C1

supplication

noun

Meaning

The action of asking or begging for something earnestly and humbly.

Examples

The refugees made a supplication to the international community for aid and protection.
With a look of desperate supplication, she pleaded for mercy from the judge.

Synonyms: plea, entreaty, petition, appeal

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supplication (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

The action of asking or begging for something earnestly and humbly.

Examples

The refugees made a supplication to the international community for aid and protection.
With a look of desperate supplication, she pleaded for mercy from the judge.
His daily supplication to a higher power brought him a sense of peace and hope.

How to Use supplication

make a supplication (collocation): To present a formal or humble request. — "The community decided to make a supplication to the city council for better services."
in supplication (prepositional phrase): In a manner of humble request or prayer. — "She fell to her knees in supplication, begging for her child's life."

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