Meaning & use
implored
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Begged someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
See it in a sentence
She implored the committee to reconsider its decision before the deadline.
He implored his brother not to leave without saying goodbye.
A note on using this word
Carries a stronger, more emotional tone than 'asked'; typically used in serious or urgent situations.
Words with a similar meaning
beggedpleaded
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Words with an opposite meaning
demandedcommanded
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