supplicate
UK: ˈsʌplɪkeɪt | US: ˈsʌplɪkeɪt
vi. to ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly
vt. to make a humble or earnest plea to someone
supplicate = sup<under> + plic<fold> + ate<verb suffix>
- sup (from Latin sub-, meaning "under")
- plic (from Latin plicare, meaning "to fold")
- ate (Latin verb-forming suffix)
Etymology Origin:
The word "supplicate" originates from Latin supplicare, combining sub- ("under") and plicare ("to fold"). The imagery evokes a person physically bowing or kneeling in humility, as if folding themselves under another’s authority. Over time, the term evolved to signify earnest pleading, retaining its connotation of humility and submission.
The refugees supplicated for food and shelter at the embassy.
In ancient times, subjects would supplicate before their king for mercy.
She supplicated the committee to reconsider her application.
The priest urged the congregation to supplicate for divine guidance.
He supplicated his employer for a second chance after the mistake.