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beseech

verb

Definition: to implore, beg, or ask desperately and earnestly

Synonyms: beg, implore, entreat, adjure, plead, supplicate

Antonyms: offer, demand, command

Tips: Beseech is a more formal and literary term for "implore." It is stronger than words such as "solicit" and "entreat," but not as desperate as "supplicate."

Usage Examples:

I know you said you must go, but I beseech you to stay. (beg, entreat)

I know that I have done wrong, but I beseech you to forgive me. (implore, plead with)

The journalist beseeched the busy politician for an interview. (begged, pleaded)

I beseech you, come to my party, if only for a little while. (beg, implore)


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