supplicate

[ suhp-li-keyt ]
/ ˈsʌp lɪˌkeɪt /
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verb (used without object), sup·pli·cat·ed, sup·pli·cat·ing.

to pray humbly; make humble and earnest entreaty or petition.

verb (used with object), sup·pli·cat·ed, sup·pli·cat·ing.

to pray humbly to; entreat or petition humbly.
to seek or ask for by humble entreaty.

Origin of supplicate

1375–1425; late Middle English < Latin supplicātus (past participle of supplicāre to kneel), equivalent to supplic-, stem of supplex submissive, suppliant (see supple) + -ātus -ate1

synonym study for supplicate

2. See appeal.

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Words nearby supplicate

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Words related to supplicatory

timid, sheepish, respectful, tentative, simple, self-effacing, soft-spoken, polite, quiet, gentle, modest, shy, unpretentious, courteous, ordinary, reserved, retiring, blushing, content, sedate

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British Dictionary definitions for supplicatory

supplicate
/ (ˈsʌplɪˌkeɪt) /

verb

to make a humble request to (someone); plead
(tr) to ask for or seek humbly

Derived forms of supplicate

supplicatory, adjective

Word Origin for supplicate

C15: from Latin supplicāre to beg on one's knees; see supple