What does beseeching mean?
Beseeching means present participle and gerund of beseech.
Beseeching
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of beseech.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of beseech
- A heartfelt plea.
Example Sentences
The ability to blithely make wrong turns without serious directional consequences is, of course, one of the hallmarks of PNDs — and a feature that allows me to ignore my wife’s beseechings and merrily proceed on my way without ever stopping to ask for directions.
Synonyms for beseeching
Antonyms for beseeching
Related Words
Word Forms
- beseechings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for beseeching?
Common synonyms include imploring, appealing, importunate, suppliant.
What is the opposite of beseeching?
Possible antonyms include imperative.
How do you use beseeching in a sentence?
The ability to blithely make wrong turns without serious directional consequences is, of course, one of the hallmarks of PNDs — and a feature that allows me to ignore my wife’s beseechings and merrily proceed on my way without ever stopping to ask for directions.
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