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suppliant

adjective
/ˈsʌpliənt/

Meaning

Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.

Example Sentences

The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet.

Synonyms

pleading, humble, imploring, petitioning, entreating

Antonyms

demanding, commanding, assertive

Collocations

suppliant tone, suppliant prayer, suppliant look, suppliant request

Related Vocabularies

having a smooth, rich texture like cream
Sleepy or drowsy; causing a desire to sleep.
not supporting or favoring either side in a conflict or dispute
able to be heard
deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected
Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.

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