English dictionary

request

/r/I/'kw/E/st/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority

noun.communication

Synonyms petition postulation

Source: WordNet 3.0
the verbal act of requesting

noun.communication

Synonyms asking

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of asking for anything desired; expression of desire or demand; solicitation; prayer; petition; entreaty.

noun

Source: webster1913

express the need or desire for; ask for

verb.communication

Examples
She requested an extra bed in her room.

Synonyms bespeak call for quest

Source: WordNet 3.0
ask (a person) to do something

verb.communication

Examples
I requested that she type the entire manuscript.

Source: WordNet 3.0
inquire for (information)

verb.communication

Examples
I requested information from the secretary.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To ask for (something); to express desire ffor; to solicit; as, to <i>request</i> his presence, or a favor.

verb

Source: webster1913