Meaning & Definition of word "Beg"

Beg

/bɛg/

1. To ask earnestly or humbly for something.
- Example: He had to beg for mercy after his mistake.
2. To request something in an urgent or pleading manner.
- Example: She begged him to stay just a little longer.
3. To make a request or entreaty, often implying a sense of desperation.
- Example: The child begged his parents for a puppy.
4. To live by asking others for food or money.
- Example: After losing everything, he was forced to beg on the streets.
5. To avoid or evade; often used in the phrase 'to beg the question'.
- Example: His argument seemed to beg the question of whether it was actually effective.

Middle English "beggen", possibly from Old Norse "beggja".

beg the question:

To raise a point that assumes a conclusion.

beggars can't be choosers:

Those in need must accept what is offered without complaints.

beg off:

To request to be excused from an obligation.

plead:

To make an emotional appeal.

implore:

To beg earnestly or desperately.

entreat:

To ask someone earnestly or anxiously.

Meaning: To ask someone repeatedly for something.

Example Sentence: He keeps begging for a second chance.

Meaning: To insist on getting something you want.

Example Sentence: Stop begging for attention!