Word: implored (verb)

Associations

"Implored" means to beg someone earnestly or desperately for something. It shows a strong feeling of needing or wanting help or a favor.

• Example 1: "She implored him to stay, fearing he would be hurt." In this case, she is desperately asking him not to leave because of concern.
• Example 2: "The child implored his parents for a puppy." Here, the child is sincerely begging his parents for a pet he wishes for.
• Example 3: "He implored the crowd to listen to his message." In this example, he is asking the crowd very passionately to pay attention.

A synonym for "implored" is "begged," but "implored" often conveys a deeper sense of urgency and emotion than simply "begged."

Substitution

Some alternatives to "implored" include "begged," "requested," or "urged."

• "Begged" has a similar meaning but can sound more informal.
• "Requested" is more polite but does not carry the same feeling of desperation.
• "Urged" suggests strong encouragement but is less emotionally intense than "implored."

Deconstruction

The root of "implored" comes from the Latin word "implorare," meaning "to call upon." The prefix "im-" means "into," and "plorare" means "to cry out." This indicates an intense calling or asking, often connected to deep emotion or need.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a time when you felt the need to implore someone for help? How did that situation look to you?
• In what situations do you think imploring is more effective than simply asking?
• How would the tone of your voice change if you were imploring compared to just asking?