Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pleading
noun
/ˈpliːdɪŋ/
Definition
The action of making an emotional appeal or presenting a case in a legal context.
Examples
- His pleading eyes showed how desperate he was for help.
- The lawyer submitted a pleading to the court on behalf of the defendant.
- She made a pleading gesture, hoping to persuade her friend.
Meaning
Pleading can refer to the act of begging or requesting something earnestly, as well as a formal statement in a court of law indicating one’s position in a legal matter.
Synonyms
- Begging
- Entreaty
- Invitation
- Appeal
- Solicitation
