English Synonym Finder

entreat

Definitions

To ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something.

To plead with or beseech someone for a favor or action.

Examples

I entreat you to reconsider your decision before it is too late.

The villagers gathered to entreat the king for mercy during the harsh winter.

She did not have to entreat him for help, as he offered his assistance immediately.

Synonyms

beseech implore beg plead supplicate adjure importune

Antonyms

command demand order insist dictate require claim