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supplicate

verb
/ˈsʌplɪˌkeɪt/

Meaning

To ask for something earnestly or humbly, often in a religious context.

Example Sentences

The villagers supplicated the gods for rain during the drought.

Example Expressions

supplicate for mercy

Synonyms

pray, plead, entreat, beg, petition

Antonyms

demand, refuse, deny

Collocations

supplicate for help, supplicate before, supplicate the gods, supplicate earnestly

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