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supplication

/ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/

Translations

supplicationnoun

supplications

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/ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/

The supplication for assistance was met with a positive response.

Просьба о помощи была встречена положительно.

His supplication for mercy was heartfelt.

Его мольба о пощаде была искренней.

Additional translations

Synonyms

supplicationadjective

/ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to an act of supplication.

Synonyms

supplicationnoun

The action of asking or begging for something earnestly or humbly.

In his supplication, he asked for forgiveness and guidance.

A humble request, plea or prayer; a petition.

The monks' quiet supplications filled the candle-lit hall.

supplicationadjective

Relating to or serving as a supplication; used before another noun that expresses a humble appeal or prayer.

She drafted a supplication letter to the governor.