verb

implore

ihm-PLAW

Implore (verb) means to beg someone earnestly to do something. Example: “She implored him not to leave without saying goodbye.”

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verb

To beg someone earnestly to do something.

"She implored him not to leave without saying goodbye."

"The villagers implored the government for aid after the flood."

How to use implore

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo beg someone urgently and emotionally.

When to use it

Fairly formal or literary — "beg" is the everyday equivalent.

Common pairings

implore someone to implore for mercy

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Singular: implores, implore, implored, implorest, imploredst, imploreth
Plural: implore, implored, implores
Past tense: implored

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Etymology

From Latin implorare ("to beseech, entreat"), from im- + ploro ("to cry out, lament").

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for implore

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Frequently asked questions

What does “implore” mean?

The word “implore” means to beg someone earnestly to do something. In plain terms, to beg someone urgently and emotionally.

How do you pronounce “implore”?

“Implore” is pronounced ihm-PLAW (/ɪmˈploɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “implore” in a sentence?

Here is “implore” used in a sentence: “She implored him not to leave without saying goodbye.”

What part of speech is “implore”?

“Implore” is a verb.

Where does the word “implore” come from?

The word “implore” comes from Latin. From Latin implorare ("to beseech, entreat"), from im- + ploro ("to cry out, lament").