Supplicatory

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌplɪˌkəˌtɔri/

Definitions of supplicatory

adjective expressing or conveying a plea or earnest request

Example Sentences

A1 She made a supplicatory plea for help.

A2 The supplicatory tone of his voice indicated his desperation.

B1 The supplicatory letter was filled with heartfelt requests for assistance.

B2 The supplicatory prayers of the villagers were finally answered.

C1 Her supplicatory gestures were met with sympathy and understanding.

C2 The supplicatory nature of his requests revealed his vulnerability.

Examples of supplicatory in a Sentence

formal The supplicatory prayer was recited by the priest during the solemn ceremony.

informal She sent a supplicatory message to her boss asking for an extension on the deadline.

slang I'm gonna shoot up a supplicatory text to my crush and see if they respond.

figurative The artist's paintings had a supplicatory quality, inviting viewers to reflect on deeper meanings.

Grammatical Forms of supplicatory

past tense

supplicated

plural

supplicatories

comparative

more supplicatory

superlative

most supplicatory

present tense

supplicates

future tense

will supplicate

perfect tense

has supplicated

continuous tense

is supplicating

singular

supplicatory

positive degree

supplicatory

infinitive

to supplicate

gerund

supplicating

participle

supplicating

Origin and Evolution of supplicatory

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'supplicatory' originated from the Latin word 'supplicare' which means 'to kneel down in prayer or entreaty'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'supplicatory' has evolved to refer to something that is characterized by or expressing entreaty or prayer, often used in a formal or solemn context.