Soliciting: meaning, definitions and examples

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soliciting

 

[ sษ™หˆlษชsษชtษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

business

Asking someone for something, typically money or information, in a persistent or annoying way.

Synonyms

ask for, petition, request, seek.

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Word Description / Examples
soliciting

Commonly used in formal or professional settings to refer to asking for something, often related to money, support, or participation. Can have a negative connotation when referring to persistent or unwelcome requests.

  • She was caught soliciting donations without a permit.
  • The company is soliciting feedback from its customers.
request

Used in both formal and informal situations, but slightly more formal than 'ask for.' It indicates a polite or official asking.

  • Could you please request a copy of the report?
  • She made a request for additional office supplies.
seek

Often used in more formal or literary contexts to describe looking for or trying to obtain something. It can imply a prolonged or serious effort.

  • They are seeking volunteers for the charity event.
  • She seeks advice from her mentor.
ask for

Used in everyday, informal speech to request something directly from someone. Itโ€™s the most straightforward and versatile option.

  • Can I ask for some help with my homework?
  • He asked for directions to the nearest cafรฉ.
petition

Often used in legal or formal contexts where a formal request is made, usually in writing, to an authority. Typically involves a collective effort.

  • They started a petition to change the schoolโ€™s lunch menu.
  • The citizens petitioned the government for better healthcare services.

Examples of usage

  • He kept soliciting donations from his coworkers for his charity marathon.
  • The company was accused of soliciting personal data from its users without their consent.
Context #2 | Verb

legal

Seeking something from someone, especially contributions or votes for a cause, typically through formal or official channels.

Synonyms

invite, petition, request, seek.

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seek

When looking for something or trying to obtain something, often used in a broader context of searching or striving.

  • He seeks advice from his mentor frequently.
  • They are seeking new opportunities in Europe.
request

Used for politely or formally asking for something.

  • She requested a day off from work.
  • Please submit your requests in writing.
petition

Used when formally asking for something, usually through a signed document, often for legal or civic purposes.

  • The community started a petition to save the local park.
  • He submitted a petition to the court for a new trial.
invite

When you want to ask someone to join an event, meeting, or gathering in a friendly or formal manner.

  • We invite you to our annual company picnic.
  • She invited all her friends to the party.

Examples of usage

  • The politician was caught soliciting bribes from local businesses.
  • The organization is soliciting support for its upcoming event.

Translations

Translations of the word "soliciting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น solicitar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเค‚เค— เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช anfordern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ meminta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพัะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prosiฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆๆฑ‚ใ™ใ‚‹ (ใ‚ˆใ†ใใ‚…ใ†ใ™ใ‚‹)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท solliciter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ solicitar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท talep etmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์š”์ฒญํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทู„ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพรกdat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพiadaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏทๆฑ‚ (qวngqiรบ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prositi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ biรฐja um

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฑั€ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฎแƒแƒ•แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xahiลŸ etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ solicitar

Etymology

The word 'soliciting' comes from the Latin word 'solicitare', which means 'to disturb, agitate, or incite'. It first appeared in English in the late 15th century with the meaning of 'to disturb, trouble, or worry'. Over time, the word evolved to its current usage of asking for something in a persistent or formal way.

See also: solicitation, solicitor, solicitors, solicitude, unsolicited.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,286, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.