supplication
nounUK /ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃn/
US /ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃn/
A supplication is a very serious and humble request for help.
She made a supplication to the king for her brother's freedom.
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2. A humble prayer asking God for something.
The monks bowed their heads in supplication.
3. The act of asking for something earnestly and humbly.
His supplication for mercy fell on deaf ears.
4. A formal written request made to a person in authority.
The villagers sent a supplication to the governor.