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pleadingly

/ˈpliː.dɪŋ.li/
plead · ing · ly
Adjective:pleading
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• adverb

1

In a manner that expresses an earnest, emotional, or urgent appeal; imploringly.

Example

"The lost dog looked up pleadingly at the passersby, hoping someone would offer a scrap of food."

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• Rhymes for pleadingly

• Nearby Words

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pleader
pleading
pleadingly
pleasant
pleasantly
pleasantness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the participial adjective 'pleading' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The root verb 'plead' derives from Anglo-French 'plaider', ultimately tracing back to Medieval Latin 'placitare' (to hold court or litigate), from Latin 'placitum' (an opinion, decree, or plea).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pleadingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pleadingly
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