All 7 Uses of
beseech
in
The Merchant of Venice
- But I pray you, ergo, old man, ergo, I beseech you, talk you of young Master Launcelot?†
Scene 2.2
- I beseech you, sir, go:
Scene 2.5 *beseech = ask strongly or beg
- My Lord Bassanio, and my gentle lady, I wish you all the joy that you can wish; For I am sure you can wish none from me; And when your honours mean to solemnize The bargain of your faith, I do beseech you Even at that time I may be married too.†
Scene 3.2
- — His Jewish heart: therefore, I do beseech you, Make no moe offers, use no farther means, But with all brief and plain conveniency.†
Scene 4.1
- I beseech you let his lack of years be no impediment to let him lack a reverend estimation, for I never knew so young a body with so old a head.†
Scene 4.1
- And, I beseech you, Wrest once the law to your authority; To do a great right do a little wrong, And curb this cruel devil of his will.†
Scene 4.1
- Most heartily I do beseech the court To give the judgment.†
Scene 4.1
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.