Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
begging
noun
/ˈbɛɡɪŋ/
Definition
The act of asking someone earnestly or humbly for something.
Examples
- She saw a man begging on the street for food.
- Begging for a second chance can be humbling.
- His begging for forgiveness showed how much he cared.
Meaning
Begging can refer to the literal act of asking for money or help, often in a public space, or it can describe a desperate plea for assistance.
Synonyms
- pleading
- entreating
- imploring
- requesting
