supplication
Definitions
The action of asking or begging for something earnestly or humbly.
A humble plea or prayer addressed to someone in a position of authority or to a deity.
Examples
The villagers knelt in humble supplication, praying for an end to the long drought.
Her voice trembled with supplication as she begged the judge for mercy.
He offered a silent supplication to the heavens, hoping for a sign of guidance.
Synonyms
entreaty petition plea prayer solicitation appeal invocation