어떤 일을 간절히 원하며 애원하거나 간청하다.
To make an emotional or earnest appeal to someone for something.
예문:
"The child pleaded with his mother for a few more minutes of playtime."
"She pleaded for mercy when she was caught in the act."
법정에서 피고인이 유죄 또는 무죄임을 공식적으로 진술하거나 답변하다.
To state formally in a court of law whether one is guilty or not guilty of a crime.
예문:
"The defendant chose to plead not guilty to all charges."
"He decided to plead guilty in exchange for a lighter sentence."
법정 등에서 누군가를 대변하여 변론하거나 정당성을 주장하다.
To present and argue for a position or case, especially in a legal or public context.
예문:
"The lawyer pleaded the case with great passion and logic."
"The organization is pleading the cause of refugees before the international council."
자신의 행동에 대한 이유나 핑계로 특정 사실을 내세우다.
To offer a specific reason or fact as an excuse for an action or a failure to act.
예문:
"He pleaded ignorance of the law when he was fined for the violation."
"The manager pleaded a family emergency as the reason for his sudden absence."