pleading
2 synonyms for pleading, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of making an urgent request or a legal argument.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
imploring
beseeching
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of making an urgent request or a legal argument.
“His pleading finally convinced her to stay.”
imploring
beseeching
2. adj
Expressing an urgent or emotional request.
“She gave him a pleading look, hoping he'd change his mind.”
beseeching
imploring
Etymology
From plead + -ing.
Full origin of pleading →Frequently asked questions
What does “pleading” mean?
The word “pleading” means the act of making an urgent request or a legal argument. In plain terms, either the act of begging/arguing, or (in law) a formal court document.
How do you pronounce “pleading”?
“Pleading” is pronounced PLEE-dihng (/ˈpliːdɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pleading” in a sentence?
Here is “pleading” used in a sentence: “His pleading finally convinced her to stay.”
What part of speech is “pleading”?
Depending on how it is used, “pleading” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “pleading” a common word?
“Pleading” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pleading” have?
“Pleading” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of making an urgent request or a legal argument.
