Both Uses of
beseech
in
Job
- 10:9 Remember, I beseech thee, that thou hast made me as the clay; and wilt thou bring me into dust again?†
Chpt 6-10 *
- 42:4 Hear, I beseech thee, and I will speak: I will demand of thee, and declare thou unto me.†
Chpt 36-42
Definition:
to ask strongly or beg for something
Beseech is common in classic literature. Though its usage has doubled in recent decades, it remains a rare word in modern writing.
Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice):
Beseech is similar to beg or entreat. Beg implies the request for a personal favor, while entreat implies an attempt to overcome resistance.
Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice):
Beseech is similar to beg or entreat. Beg implies the request for a personal favor, while entreat implies an attempt to overcome resistance.