She beseeched her captors to display some compassion.
Synonyms and examplesbegHe begged her to stay, but she wouldn't listen.
imploreI implore you to change your mind.
plead withHe pleaded with the guards to be allowed to see his daughter.
appeal toI appeal to the public to remain calm.
entreatThe banners entreated the government to release the prisoners.
adjureformalThe gospel adjures us to love one another.
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If youbeg for something, or beg someone to do something, you make a very strong or urgent request. If youbeg for money, you ask for money in the street or in other public places.