Plea

/plˈiː/

/ˈpɫi/

Plea

(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation

a humble request for help from someone in authority

(law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer)

Examples

1. The hospital's plea for donors tugged at the heartstrings of millions of viewers.

2. Her pleas for mercy fell on deaf ears.

3. They have added fuel to the fire by ignoring the pleas for help.

4. We hope you will all open your hearts to our plea.