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Meaning of solicited
The primary meaning of the word "solicited" is to ask for something, especially in a formal or official way.
Etymology of solicited
The word "solicited" comes from the Latin word "solicitor", which means "to disturb" or "to trouble", and is derived from "solus" meaning "alone" and "citare" meaning "to move"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of asking or requesting something, often in a formal or official context
Synonyms
Definitions
- To ask someone for something, especially in a formal or official way
- * To try to persuade someone to do something or to give you something
- * To make a formal request to someone for something
Usage Examples
- The charity solicited donations from local businesses to support their cause
- * The company solicited feedback from customers to improve their services
- * The researcher solicited participants for her study through social media ads
Antonyms
refused
rejected
declined
ignored
dismissed
neglected
overlooked
avoided
shunned
spurned
repelled
deterred
discouraged
prevented
prohibited
forbidden
unresolved
uninvited
unrequested
unwanted
unasked
voluntary
spontaneous
unsolicited
unprovoked