supplicatory meaning

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supplicatory (adjective): humbly entreating.

Definition of supplicatory

  1. humbly entreating
    • a suppliant sinner seeking forgiveness

    Synonyms: suppliant, supplicant

    Similar: beseeching

    Related forms: supplicate

Scrabble score: 21 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SU · words ending in RY · 12-letter words

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