petition
petition Lexical Profile
petition Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to an authority in respect of a particular cause.
"Over five thousand residents signed a petition urging the city council to preserve the historic park."
A formal application made to a court of law requesting judicial action on a specific matter.
"The attorney filed a petition for bankruptcy protection on behalf of the struggling company."
A solemn or earnest request, entreaty, or prayer addressed to God or a higher power.
"The congregation bowed their heads in silent petition for peace and healing."
• verb
To make or present a formal request to an authority, court, or governing body with respect to a particular cause.
"Citizens have the constitutional right to petition the government for a redress of grievances."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the 14th century via Old French from Latin petitio ('a blow, attack, or request'), derived from the verb petere ('to seek, aim at, or ask for').