Basic Details
Word: Beseech
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To urgently ask someone for something, begging or imploring them.
Synonyms: Implore, beg, entreat
Antonyms: Refuse, reject, deny
Idioms and Phrases
- Beseech someone for mercy: To urgently ask someone to show kindness or forgiveness. Example: "The knight fell to his knees, beseeching the king for mercy."
- Beseech for help: To earnestly request assistance from someone. Example: "During the storm, the sailor beseeched the coast guard for help."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He went to the teacher to beseech her for an extra day to complete his assignment.
Example 2: The children beseeched their parents to let them stay up late to watch the fireworks.
Example 3: She beseeched her friends to help her plan a surprise party for her brother.
Fun Fact
The word "beseech" comes from the Old English "bescan," which means to seek or to ask for something. It has been used since the medieval period and often conveys a sense of urgency or deep emotion.
Famous Quote
"In moments of desperation, I beseech the universe for guidance." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "beseech" mean?
a) To laugh
b) To urgently ask for something
c) To run away
d) To eat quickly
Answer: b) To urgently ask for something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "beseech"?
a) Ignore
b) Implore
c) Accept
d) Deny
Answer: b) Implore
3. Which sentence uses "beseech" correctly?
a) She beseeched her teacher for help with her homework.
b) He all the time besought to eat.
c) They beseeched without asking anyone.
d) The cat besought the food on the table.
Answer: a) She beseeched her teacher for help with her homework.
4. Which idiom means the same as "beseech"?
a) Look for rainbows
b) Beseech someone for mercy
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) As good as gold
Answer: b) Beseech someone for mercy
5. What is the opposite of "beseech"?
a) Implore
b) Refuse
c) Beg
d) Ask
Answer: b) Refuse
