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SUPPLIANT

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Suppliant.

How to pronounce suppliant:

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Suppliant - as a noun

One praying humbly for something

Example: "A suppliant for her favors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
petitioner12requester18supplicant16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
applicant15applier11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Suppliant - as an adjective satellite

Humbly entreating

Example: "A suppliant sinner seeking forgiveness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
supplicant16supplicatory21

Suppliant - as an adjective

Entreating with humility.

Supplying; auxiliary.

Example Sentences

"The suppliant fell to his knees, begging for mercy."
"The suppliant pleaded with the judge for a lighter sentence."
"The suppliant approached the wealthy donor in hopes of receiving financial aid."
"The suppliant's desperate cries for help went unanswered."
"Ignoring the suppliant's pleas, the ruler remained indifferent to their suffering."
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Word Game Points

Is SUPPLIANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, suppliant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUPPLIANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SUPPLIANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, suppliant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUPPLIANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SUPPLIANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, suppliant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUPPLIANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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