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solicited

verb

To persistently endeavor to obtain an object, or bring about an event.

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
S
Ends with
D
Contains
OL
Scrabble score
N/A
Database source
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Pronunciation

/səˈlɪsɪtɪd/

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. To persistently endeavor to obtain an object, or bring about an event.

    “to solicit alms, or a favour”

  2. To woo; to court.

  3. To persuade or incite one to commit some act, especially illegal or sexual behavior.

    “If you want to lose your virginity, you should try to solicit some fine looking women.”

  4. To offer to perform sexual activity, especially when for a payment.

    “My girlfriend tried to solicit me for sex, but I was tired.”

  5. To make a petition.

  6. To disturb or trouble; to harass.

  7. To urge the claims of; to plead; to act as solicitor for or with reference to.

  8. To disturb; to disquiet.

In context

Example Sentences

to solicit alms, or a favour
If you want to lose your virginity, you should try to solicit some fine looking women.
My girlfriend tried to solicit me for sex, but I was tired.

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