Bespeak (Verb)
Meaning 1
Be a signal for or a symptom of; "These symptoms indicate a serious illness"; "Her behavior points to a severe neurosis"; "The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The consistent errors in her spelling bespeak a deeper learning issue.
- Her nervous laughter during the presentation bespeaks a lack of confidence.
- The rapid increase in sales bespeaks a highly effective marketing strategy.
- The recent decline in morale among employees bespeaks a leadership problem.
- A job applicant's shabby attire bespeaks a lack of interest in making a good impression.
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Meaning 2
Express the need or desire for; "She requested an extra bed in her room"; "She called for room service"; "when you call, always ask for Mary".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The exhausted traveler bespeaks a warm bath and a comfortable bed after the long journey.
- Her cry for help bespeaks a sense of desperation and urgency.
- The nurse's call for assistance bespeaks her concern for the patient's well-being.
- Their protest against the government bespeaks a growing demand for change.
- The young artist's plea for financial support bespeaks a desperate need to complete her project.