Vocabulary Entry

plead

|verb • verb

verb

To present a case or argument in a court of law.

Example Sentences

"The lawyer decided to plead the case in front of the jury."

"She had to plead her innocence after being falsely accused."

"He will plead for a lighter sentence during the hearing."

verb

Example Sentences

"In his defense, he pleaded that he acted out of necessity."

"She pleaded her case to the committee, hoping for a favorable outcome."

"The defendant will plead not guilty to the charges."