Word BEG: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

beg

🇺🇸 [bɛɡ]

Meanings

To request something earnestly or urgently, often in a desperate or pleading manner. It can also mean to start an action or event, especially in a formal context.

Examples

• He begged for forgiveness after making a mistake.
• The child begged his parents to let him stay up late.
• They beg for food on the streets to survive.

Synonyms

plead • implore • request

Antonyms

refuse • deny • reject