supplicate

US /ˈsʌp.lɪ.keɪt/

UK /ˈsʌp.lɪ.keɪt/

smeken, smeekbede doen

ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly

•

The people supplicated the king for mercy.

Het volk smeekte de koning om genade.

•

She supplicated for forgiveness from her parents.

Ze smeekte om vergeving van haar ouders.