IMPLORATION Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word imploration. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for IMPLORATION
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| entreaty | nounn | |||||||
noun • earnest or urgent request | ||||||||
| petition | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority • reverent petition to a deity verb • write a petition for something to somebody; request formally and in writing | ||||||||
| plea | nounn | |||||||
noun • a humble request for help from someone in authority • (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) • an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed | ||||||||
| prayer | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) • reverent petition to a deity • earnest or urgent request • a fixed text used in praying • someone who prays to God | ||||||||
| request | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority • the verbal act of requesting verb • express the need or desire for • ask (a person) to do something • inquire for (information) | ||||||||
| solicitation | nounn | |||||||
noun • an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status • request for a sum of money • the act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money) | ||||||||
| supplication | nounn | |||||||
noun • a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service • a humble request for help from someone in authority • the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) | ||||||||
