plead
verbUK /pliːd/
US /pliːd/
To ask for something in a very serious and emotional way.
The little boy pleaded with his mom to let him stay up late.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To answer a charge in a court of law by saying whether you are guilty or not guilty.
The man pleaded not guilty to the charge.
3. To speak for someone in a court case as their lawyer.
She hired a lawyer to plead her case in court.
4. To give reasons to support an idea or opinion.
The workers pleaded for better pay and safer conditions.