Begging

Pronunciation: /ˈbɛɡ/

Begging (verb)

  1. to ask someone for something, especially in a way that shows you need it very much.
  2. to ask people for money or food because you are poor.
  3. to ask for something very strongly or urgently.

Examples

  • She begged for assistance during the emergency.
  • They begged him to stay and help with the project.

Common collocations: beg for mercy, beg for help, beg for money, beg on the streets, beg for forgiveness

Synonyms of Begging

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Begging

  • When someone provides instead of asking.