Meaning & Definition of Request in English
English⟶
Request
/rɪkwɛst/
noun
1. A formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
synonym:
- request,
- petition,
- postulation
2. The verbal act of requesting
synonym:
- request,
- asking
verb
1. Express the need or desire for
- Ask for
- "She requested an extra bed in her room"
- "She called for room service"
synonym:
- request,
- bespeak,
- call for,
- quest
2. Ask (a person) to do something
- "She asked him to be here at noon"
- "I requested that she type the entire manuscript"
synonym:
- request
3. Inquire for (information)
- "I requested information from the secretary"
synonym:
- request
Examples of using
I am writing you at the request of a friend.
Please file a written request.
In order to complete the development on schedule, we request that other unrelated tasks be delayed for the moment.