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supplicatory adj

Supplicatory means expressing a humble and earnest appeal or prayer. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of supplicatory

  • expressing a humble and earnest appeal or prayer

Usage examples of supplicatory

The witness spoke in a supplicatory tone and asked for mercy.

She raised her hands in a supplicatory prayer.

His supplicatory letter asked the committee to reconsider the decision.

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