Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

solicit

verb
/səˈlɪsɪt/
Definition
To ask for or try to obtain something from someone.
Examples
  • She decided to solicit donations for the charity event.
  • The lawyer will solicit advice from her colleagues.
  • The company has been known to solicit feedback from its clients.
Meaning
Solicit means to seek or request something, typically in a formal or earnest way.
Synonyms
  • Request
  • Seek
  • Ask
  • Plead
  • Implore