implore, permeate, concur, orate, inundate: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from Proficient set 89. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

1. implore · verb/ɪmˈplɔr/

   to beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something

   I implore you to help me find my lost dog.

   Synonyms: beg, beseech, plead

   Origin: from Latin 'implorare', meaning to cry out to or beseech

2. permeate · verb/ˈpɜr.mi.eɪt/

   to spread throughout or penetrate something

   The smell of cookies will permeate the whole house when they are baking.

   Synonyms: spread, seep, penetrate

   Origin: from Latin 'permeare' meaning 'to pass through'

3. concur · verb/kənˈkɜr/

   to agree or have the same opinion

   Many people concur with the idea that exercise is good for health.

   Synonyms: agree, consent, accept

   Origin: The word 'concur' comes from the Latin 'concurrere', meaning 'to run together'.

4. orate · verb/ɔˈreɪt/

   to deliver a speech in a formal or rhetorical manner

   The teacher will orate about the importance of reading books at the school assembly.

   Synonyms: speak, address, lecture

   Origin: from Latin 'orare', meaning 'to speak' or 'to pray'

5. inundate · verb/ˈɪnʌnˌdeɪt/

   to overwhelm with a flood or an excessive amount

   The heavy rain will inundate the streets and cause flooding in the area.

   Synonyms: flood, overwhelm, swamp

   Origin: from Latin 'inundare', meaning 'to overflow' (in- 'upon' + undare 'to flow')