entreat
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Verb — To ask someone earnestly or beg them for something.
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A fairly formal or literary word; "beg" or "plead" is more common in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Old French entraitier, built from "en-" plus traitier, "to treat, deal with," from Latin tractare.
Full origin of entreat →Frequently asked questions
What does “entreat” mean?
The word “entreat” means to ask someone earnestly or beg them for something. In plain terms, to beg or plead with someone, usually sincerely and with feeling.
How do you pronounce “entreat”?
“Entreat” is pronounced ihn-TREET (/ɪnˈtɹit/ in IPA).
How do you use “entreat” in a sentence?
Here is “entreat” used in a sentence: “She entreated the judge for mercy.”
What part of speech is “entreat”?
“Entreat” is a verb.
Where does the word “entreat” come from?
The word “entreat” comes from Latin. From Old French entraitier, built from "en-" plus traitier, "to treat, deal with," from Latin tractare.